robert halfHartford, CT
Senior Tax Accountant
Senior Tax Accountant
Senior Tax Accountant
robert halfHartford, CT
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Job Description: Senior Tax Manager / Senior Tax Accountant
About the Opportunity:
A well-established and highly respected public accounting firm in Fairfield County is seeking a Senior Tax Manager / Senior Tax Accountant to join its growing team. Since the early 1980s, the firm has achieved consistent organic growth through exceptional client service, long-standing relationships, and a commitment to employee development. This is an outstanding opportunity for a tax professional looking to move beyond a traditional compliance-focused role and become a trusted advisor to a sophisticated client base that includes closely held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and entrepreneurial organizations. The firm's culture emphasizes autonomy, mentorship, collaboration, and long-term career growth. Professionals are empowered to take ownership of client relationships, contribute to business development initiatives, and play a meaningful role in the firm's continued success.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and review individual, partnership, S-Corporation, C-Corporation, trust, and estate tax engagements
- Provide proactive tax planning and consulting services to clients
- Develop and maintain trusted client relationships while serving as a strategic advisor
- Review and prepare financial statements, compilations, and reviews
- Research and communicate complex tax matters and planning opportunities
- Mentor and develop junior staff members
- Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and support business growth initiatives
- What Makes This Opportunity Unique?
- Established, stable firm with a history of success dating back to 1983 Consistent year-over-year growth driven organically through client referrals and reputation
- Significant autonomy and flexibility
- Direct access to firm leadership and mentorship
- Opportunity to build a book of business and participate in future growth initiatives
- Sophisticated and diverse client base
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with a clear path for advancement
Qualifications:
- CPA designation required 5+ years of public accounting tax experience
- Strong background in tax planning, tax consulting, and tax compliance
- Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements, compilations, and reviews
- Client-facing experience with closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills
- Experience with a local or regional CPA firm preferred
- Prior experience at a small-to-mid-sized Fairfield County CPA firm is highly desirable
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Level
Senior
Location
Hartford, CT
Occupation
Accountants and Auditors
Industry
Offices of Certified Public Accountants
Posted
3 days ago