Senior Tax Accountant

The Senior Tax Accountant functions in a role between the tax staff accountants and the managers/shareholders, to whom the senior reports. The position requires technical, client service, supervision, marketing, and administration skills.

• Prepares and reviews complex tax returns, including personal, business, fiduciary, and non-profit.
• Assumes tax person responsibility/management for less complex business clients.
• Performs tax research, planning, and projection projects.
• Assumes responsibility for the supervision of tax return preparation engagements.
• Possesses technical knowledge sufficient to supervise staff accountants.
• Assists in developing and training staff through supervision, evaluation, and assistance in assigned projects.
• Develops expertise within agreed upon industry group(s).
• Begin developing a command of pertinent IRC sections and regulations.
• Makes internal and external presentations on topics within specialty areas, as requested.
• Develops quality client relationships and loyalty.
• Occasional same day or overnight travel for work at clients offices, meetings, and seminars.
• Ability to work hours necessary to meet deadlines for work assigned.
• Increased workload required during certain times of the year.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed CPA with a minimum of two years experience as a staff accountant.
• Strong technical knowledge and skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Creative problem solving ability, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong project management and team management skills.
• Experience in delivery of quality client service.

Benefits

Mize CPAs Inc. offers competitive salary and fringe benefits, challenging projects, and ongoing professional development opportunities for our employees.