About the Opportunity
McDonald Jacobs welcomes interest from accounting professionals who would like to be considered for current or future Tax Senior Staff Accountant opportunities.
As a Senior Staff Accountant in the Tax Department, you will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and review of various types of individual and entity tax returns. The ideal candidate will take the lead in tax engagements, collaborate with both internal team members and clients, and demonstrate a deep understanding of tax regulations and best practices. This position requires someone who can manage complex tasks and apply technical knowledge while working under supervision to meet deadlines and client needs.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare and review individual and entity tax returns for a range of clients
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, while collaborating with internal team members
- Develop expertise in tax laws and apply them to various client scenarios
- Mentor and guide Staff Accountants in tax-related tasks and responsibilities
- Work as part of a team to ensure timely and accurate completion of tax-related projects
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Leads tax engagements, including preparation and review of tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and nonprofits
- Researches tax-related issues and communicate recommendations to clients and internal staff
- Reviews financial statements and tax records for accuracy and completeness
- Provides technical guidance to Staff Accountants and other junior team members
- Develops project management skills to plan, manage, and deliver high-quality services to internal and external clients on time and within budget
- Offers suggestions for improving firm-wide systems and processes to appropriate personnel
- Acts as a point of contact for clients, answering questions and advising on tax planning strategies
- Promotes ongoing learning and development of tax-related technical skills for personal and team growth
- Ensures client deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and meet high-quality standards
- Analyzes and reviews client data to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws
- Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the firm structure, people, services, and client base
- Performs other related duties as assigned by senior team members
What You’ll Bring
Required Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Deep understanding of federal, state, and local tax regulations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
- Proven ability to handle multiple tax engagements and deadlines simultaneously
- Well-organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and other tax related software
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or experience in a related field required
- 2-4 years of tax accounting experience, ideally in public accounting
Preferred Qualifications
- Associates degree or related certifications highly preferred
- CPA licensed or qualified candidate
What We Offer
McDonald Jacobs believes our diverse group of employees adds greatly to our balanced work environment and our continued success. We actively invest in being inclusive and providing an equitable work environment. By joining our team, you would be a part of a team that focuses on providing training for personal and professional growth.
Employees also benefit from:
- Generous paid time off
- Family leave benefits
- Paid volunteer hours
- Employee sabbatical programs
- Flexible work arrangements
- Medical coverage plans
- Retirement plan contribution matching plans
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Interested in Joining Our Team?
We welcome interest from qualified professionals seeking current or future opportunities with McDonald Jacobs. To be considered, please complete the application below and submit your resume and cover letter.
Should a current or future opportunity align with your experience and qualifications, a member of our team may reach out to discuss next steps.
Equal Employment Opportunity
McDonald Jacobs, PC is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer and values the diversity of our workforce and the knowledge of our people.
