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Whitlock & Company - CPAs

Senior Tax

Whitlock & Company - CPAs, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, us, 37868

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We are a small, client-focused CPA firm committed to delivering personalized, high-quality tax, accounting, and advisory services. Our firm values strong client relationships, collaboration, and professional growth. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where every team member plays a meaningful role in our clients’ financial success and in the firm’s continued growth.

Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Tax Professional to join our onsite team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience preparing individual and business tax returns, a strong understanding of current tax laws, and the ability to support clients through bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax compliance, and tax planning.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review federal and state individual (1040) tax returns

Prepare business tax returns, including C corporations (1120), S corporations (1120S), and partnerships (1065)

Handle client bookkeeping services, including maintaining general ledgers, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements

Process client payroll and ensure timely and accurate payroll tax filings and compliance

Prepare and file sales tax returns and ensure compliance with state and local requirements

Assist with and review bookkeeping records to ensure accurate financial data for tax filings

Identify potential tax credits, deductions, and proactive tax planning opportunities for individuals and small businesses

Communicate directly with clients to gather documentation, answer questions, and resolve accounting or tax-related issues

Support tax planning, projections, and year-round advisory services

Stay current on IRS, state, and local tax laws and regulations

Maintain organized, accurate workpapers and client records in accordance with firm standards

Participate in client relationship development and networking efforts, including referrals and professional or community events, as appropriate

Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years of recent experience in tax preparation and review

Experience with bookkeeping, payroll processing, and sales tax compliance

Strong knowledge of individual and small business tax returns

Working knowledge of bookkeeping principles and financial statements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax/accounting software

Preferred software experience: UltraTax, QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, and Thomson Reuters Accounting CS

Solid understanding of federal and state tax codes, compliance, and procedures

CPA or EA preferred, but not required

Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Strong interpersonal, communication, and client-service skills

Comfortable working onsite and collaborating in a small, team-oriented environment

Interest in building long-term client relationships and contributing to firm growth

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience

4 weeks Paid Time Off per year

Supportive, collaborative team atmosphere

Flexible scheduling outside of peak tax season

Paid continuing education and professional licensing support

Opportunity to expand skills in tax planning, bookkeeping, payroll, and client advisory services

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