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Tax Senior

Search Services, Houston, TX, United States


Our Client is a well-established, regional CPA firm based in central Houston, known for its collaborative culture, commitment to excellence, and dedication to professional growth. The firm is expanding its tax practice and offers a supportive, hybrid work environment that values innovation, family balance, and career advancement.

ABOUT THE ROLE The Tax Senior plays a key role in both client service and internal engagement management. This position provides hands‑on experience in tax compliance and consulting, exposure to diverse tax areas, and the opportunity to lead projects and mentor junior team members within a dynamic, growth‑oriented firm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide tax compliance and consulting services across individual, corporate, and international tax areas

Lead tax engagements, including scheduling, staffing, and return completion

Perform technical tax review and research complex tax issues

Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the primary contact for communication and planning opportunities>

Ensure timely preparation and review of quarterly estimates and year‑end projections

Respond to IRS and state tax notices and inquiries

Supervise, train, and mentor Tax Associates and Interns, ensuring project priorities are met and professional development goals are supported

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

CPA license preferred; actively pursuing CPA required

Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in public accounting

Proficiency in partnership, S corporation, C corporation, and/or individual taxation

Strong technical tax research and communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor team members

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Active CPA license

Experience with tax provisions and international tax engagements

Exposure to client relationship management in a public accounting environment

BENEFITS

Excellent benefits package

Collaborative and family-oriented culture

Career advancement and leadership development opportunities

Support for CPA licensure and continuing education

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries Accounting

Location: Houston, TX

Salary: $75,000 - $95,000

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