Senior Tax Associate

Bonus + Great Benefits + Upward Mobility
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Salary: $75,000 - $110,000 per year
A bit about us:
Since 1990, we have been a trusted partner for businesses and individuals across Lexington and Nicholasville, KY, providing a wide range of financial services including bookkeeping, accounting, tax planning, and strategy. Our clients, ranging from sole proprietors and partnerships to corporations and individuals with complex tax situations, rely on our expertise for comprehensive tax and business advisory services. We take pride in building lasting relationships with our clients and helping them achieve their financial goals.
Why join us?
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Tax Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing tax compliance, conducting tax research, and providing strategic tax planning advice. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced tax professional looking to work with a dynamic team and serve a variety of clients with diverse tax needs.
What We Offer:

• Bonus
• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and flexible schedules.
• Continuing education credits and tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the firm.

Job Details
Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review complex tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts.
• Conduct in-depth tax research to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize client liabilities and identify opportunities for tax savings.
• Oversee tax compliance activities, including preparation of journal entries and financial statements related to tax transactions.
• Provide audit support by responding to inquiries from tax authorities and assisting in audits when required.
• Stay updated on tax laws and regulations to provide accurate, timely advice to clients.
• Collaborate with clients to develop tax strategies tailored to their business or personal financial goals.
• Work alongside our team to continuously improve processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in tax reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification (or eligibility and actively pursuing certification).
• 3-5+ years of tax accounting experience, with a strong understanding of tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in account reconciliation, general ledger accounting, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with payroll processes is a plus.
• Strong skills in tax research, Excel, and financial software tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax issues to clients.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.

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