Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant

Location: Cornelius, NC (On-Site)

Compensation: $90,000 – $115,000 + Bonus Potential

Overview

A growing, locally owned CPA firm in Cornelius, NC, is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join a small, collaborative team. This is a hands-on role focused primarily on tax return preparation, with the opportunity to expand into review and client interaction over time.

This position is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys a close-knit environment, values flexibility outside tax season, and wants to play a meaningful role where their contributions have immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and multi-state tax returns, including:
• Individual (1040)
• Business (S-Corp, C-Corp, Partnerships)
• Trusts and Estates, Gift Tax
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all filings prior to final review
• Collaborate with staff and firm owner to meet deadlines
• Communicate with clients via secure portal and other digital tools
• Assist with light bookkeeping and payroll support, if applicable

Team Structure

• Reports directly to firm owner (CPA)
• Works alongside 1 junior accountant and 1 senior accountant
• Small office environment (10 or fewer total employees)

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Strong experience preparing tax returns (review experience a plus, but not required)
• Exposure to multiple return types preferred (individual, business, trust/estate), but not required
• CPA preferred, not required
• Experience with Lacerte is a plus, but not required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Work Environment & Schedule

On-site role in Cornelius, NC

• Commutable from: Charlotte, Huntersville, Mooresville, Davidson

Tax Season (Feb–April, extension periods):

• Extended hours expected (approx. 60 hours/week)
• “All hands on deck” team environment
• Comp time/flexibility provided

Off-Season:

• Flexible schedule based on workload
• Reduced hours common
• Early Fridays or Fridays off possible

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $90,000 – $115,000 (depending on experience)
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Retirement plan with 3% company match (SIMPLE or Roth option)
• Flexible work schedule outside of peak season
• Potential healthcare stipend (individual marketplace support)

Why This Role

• Direct exposure to firm ownership and decision-making
• Opportunity to grow beyond pure preparation into broader responsibilities
• Flexible work environment outside of tax season
• Immediate impact in a small, team-oriented firm