Experienced Staff Accountant (Public Accounting
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Overview
Job Description
We're partnered with an independent Pennsylvania CPA firm providing tax, accounting, audit, and business advisory services to mid-market, family-owned businesses across Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, and Bucks counties, and Philadelphia. The Senior Tax Accountant prepares and reviews complex tax returns, advises clients directly on tax matters, and provides senior-level support to the firm's tax practice.
What you'll do:
- Prepare and review complex tax returns for a mix of business and individual clients
- Research tax questions and advise clients directly on tax planning and compliance issues
- Perform financial reviews and compilations under the supervision of a manager
- Prepare financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and other special-purpose frameworks
- Perform bookkeeping functions for clients, including monthly close
- Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients
What you'll need:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- 2–4 years of public accounting experience in tax
- CPA license or actively pursuing
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks, CCH Axcess, and CCH Axcess Engagement
- Strong workpaper documentation and client communication skills
- Ability to work independently with senior-level autonomy
What's in it for you:
- Client Exposure: Works directly with business and individual clients across multiple industries, serving as a primary point of contact rather than working solely through a manager
- Scope: The role spans tax, accounting, and advisory work rather than tax preparation alone, including reviews, compilations, and monthly close support
- Compensation: $70,000 - $100,000 depending on experience/qualifications
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