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Senior Tax Accountant
Purple Cow RecruitingCore Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in preparing and reviewing complex federal and state tax returns, providing proactive tax planning, and ensuring compliance with tax legislation. Capable of mentoring junior staff and fostering long-term client relationships through tailored financial guidance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
5+ Years Public Accounting ExperienceCorporate Taxation ExpertiseTax Compliance and PlanningUltraTax Software ProficiencyCPA Certification
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns
- Prepare and review returns for individuals, C-Corporations, S-Corporations, and Partnerships
- Provide proactive tax planning based on each client's financial circumstances and goals
- Apply current federal and Iowa tax requirements to client engagements
- Serve as a trusted advisor to business and individual clients
- Provide tax and financial guidance based on clients' personal and professional circumstances
- Identify opportunities to provide broader financial solutions and strengthen long-term client relationships
- Conduct research involving complex federal and state tax matters
- Stay current with evolving tax legislation and compliance requirements
- Support resolution of IRS and state-level tax inquiries
- Ensure tax filings are accurate and compliant with applicable requirements
- Provide guidance and technical review to junior accounting staff as needed
- Support accuracy, consistency, and professional development across tax engagements
- Pursue long-term advancement within the firm, with potential firm ownership for high-performing senior professionals
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5+ years of progressive public-accounting experience REQUIRED
- Significant experience with corporate, partnership, and individual taxation REQUIRED
- Experience preparing and reviewing complex federal and state tax returns REQUIRED
- Strong understanding of tax compliance, planning, and technical research REQUIRED
- Experience with standard tax preparation and accounting software such as UltraTax, CCH, or comparable platforms REQUIRED
- Ability to work in the Waverly office at least 3 days per week REQUIRED
- Must currently reside within practical commuting distance of Waverly, IA or be able to commute consistently REQUIRED
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant preferred
- EA - Enrolled Agent preferred
- Experience mentoring or reviewing the work of junior accounting staff preferred
- Familiarity with Northeast Iowa businesses and individual tax clients preferred
- Interest in pursuing future firm ownership preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Company contribution of $425 per month toward employee medical benefits
- Company-paid life insurance
- Family leave policies
- Firm-sponsored retirement planning options
- Long-term career growth and ownership opportunity
- Potential path toward firm ownership
- Relocation assistance is not provided
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Hard Skills
Federal Tax ReturnsState Tax ReturnsTax PlanningTax ComplianceTechnical Tax ResearchC-Corporation TaxationS-Corporation TaxationPartnership TaxationFinancial GuidanceIRS Inquiry Resolution
Soft Skills
Client Relationship ManagementMentoringProactive CommunicationProblem SolvingProfessional Development
Tools & Technologies
UltraTaxCCHTax Preparation Software
Certifications & Qualifications
CPA - Certified Public AccountantEA - Enrolled Agent
Industry Keywords
Federal Tax RequirementsState Tax RequirementsNortheast Iowa Tax ClientsPublic AccountingTax Legislation