Senior Tax Associate

We are looking for a Senior Tax Associate to join an established and expanding tax practice serving clients in Hartford, VT. This full-time position is suited for a detail-oriented tax professional with solid public accounting experience who enjoys delivering reliable compliance work alongside strategic planning insights. The Senior Tax Associate will manage advanced tax assignments, participate in client consultations, and review technical work completed by supporting team members. This opportunity is based in Hartford, VT, where you will collaborate with colleagues and clients in a professional environment while contributing to high-quality tax service delivery across the Hartford area.

In this role in Hartford, VT, you will take ownership of complex return preparation and review processes while supporting individual, business, and fiduciary clients. You will also assist with tax strategy development, research regulatory updates, and communicate practical solutions to clients throughout Hartford, VT. The position encourages professional development and teamwork while maintaining a structured yet flexible workflow in Hartford. Candidates should be comfortable handling multiple client files, supporting audit correspondence, and providing guidance on compliance matters affecting clients in Hartford, VT.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review comprehensive tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates, and trust entities serving clients in Hartford, VT.
• Perform technical tax research and interpret federal, state, and local regulatory updates to support accurate compliance.
• Provide practical tax planning recommendations designed to help clients in Hartford, VT improve financial efficiency and reduce tax exposure.
• Communicate directly with clients and internal teams to collect documentation, resolve discrepancies, and maintain smooth workflow coordination.
• Supervise and evaluate work completed by junior accounting staff, promoting accuracy, consistency, and professional growth.
• Track changes in U.S. tax legislation and explain potential operational impacts to clients located in Hartford, VT.
• Assist with audit support, IRS and state correspondence, and additional special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a closely related discipline.
• 3+ years of professional experience in public accounting, taxation, or compliance-focused tax work.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax regulations within the United States.
• Experience using tax preparation software such as UltraTax or ProSystem, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Demonstrated research ability, critical thinking, and attention to technical detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with clients and team members in Hartford, VT.
• CPA certification or active progress toward licensure is strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Health coverage options
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Employer-matched retirement savings program
• Continuing education and professional training support
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
• Career advancement opportunities within the firm

Hartford, VT offers a professional setting with strong community connections and access to quality lifestyle amenities. This position allows you to manage diverse tax engagements while building long-term client relationships in Hartford, VT.

Apply directly to be considered for immediate review.