Senior Tax Accountant

Pay: $75,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Advance your accounting career with an established public accounting firm that values your expertise, independence, and professional growth.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility while being part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Make a meaningful impact by helping businesses and individuals navigate important tax and accounting matters.
• Take ownership of your work with opportunities to manage client relationships, review tax returns, and contribute directly to client success.
• Build a rewarding long-term career with continuing education, professional development, and advancement opportunities.

Location: Chesapeake, VA | Hybrid. Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely while staying connected with our team through required weekly in-office collaboration. Candidates must be within commuting distance of Chesapeake.

Note: Candidates must hold an active CPA or EA credential, have 4+ years of public accounting tax experience, and possess hands-on experience preparing both individual and business tax returns.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We're an established public accounting firm dedicated to helping businesses and individuals achieve their financial goals. Our team takes pride in delivering personalized tax, accounting, and advisory services while creating a welcoming environment where talented professionals can grow, collaborate, and succeed.

Job Description

• Prepare and review individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Manage tax preparation assignments while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.
• Build strong client relationships and provide responsive, knowledgeable tax support.
• Handle general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and resolution of accounting discrepancies.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues to coordinate workflow and deliver exceptional client service.
• Stay current with evolving tax laws and regulations while identifying opportunities to improve processes.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Active CPA or EA credential required.
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Strong understanding of tax compliance, accounting principles, and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments independently and meet deadlines.
• Tax return review, client engagement management, and nonprofit tax experience are a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation: $75,000 to $150,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company matching.
• Work-life balance: Hybrid flexibility, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and paid sick time.
• Career development: Continuing education, professional development support, and opportunities to advance.
• Supportive team culture: Work with experienced professionals who appreciate your contributions and encourage your growth.

JPC - 2529

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Requirements: Must-have: CPA or EA license. 4+ yrs of public accounting tax exp. Individual and business tax returns exp. Y/N

• Required Years as Associate: 4+ years 

Submission Email:Roger - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established Chesapeake CPA firm serving businesses and individuals with tax, accounting, and advisory services. Hiring Senior Tax Accountant for individual/business tax returns, tax review, and client support. CPA or EA required, 4+ yrs public accounting tax exp, hybrid, $75K to $150K base.

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• Location: Chesapeake, VA
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