Senior Tax Accountant

Job description

Senior Tax Accountant

Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000 annually

Please Note: Final compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and overall alignment with the position requirements.

Location: Des Moines, Iowa (Onsite)

Work Arrangement:

Full-time, in-office position. This role is not eligible for remote work.

To support a timely hiring process, preference will be given to candidates currently located in or near the Des Moines area.

About the Opportunity

A growing professional services organization is seeking an experienced tax professional to join its team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse mix of tax engagements while contributing to a collaborative, client-focused environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance across a variety of tax-related projects.

Position Overview

The Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for reviewing and supporting the preparation of various tax filings, conducting technical research, and assisting with complex tax matters. This position partners closely with internal team members and clients to deliver high-quality service and support ongoing process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Review individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance

Conduct tax research and assist with resolving complex tax matters

Provide guidance and support to team members on technical tax issues and review comments

Support tax planning initiatives, audits, and special projects

Identify opportunities to improve processes, consistency, and overall efficiency

Assist with the preparation of tax returns during peak periods as needed

Communicate with clients to obtain required information and clarify project requirements

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support successful engagement execution

Perform additional analysis and project-based work as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

CPA preferred but not required

5+ years of progressive tax experience

Prior experience reviewing tax returns preferred

Strong understanding of federal and state tax regulations

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Technical Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency

Experience with tax preparation and accounting software preferred

Familiarity with financial reporting systems and related technology tools

Core Competencies

Analytical thinking and problem-solving

Attention to detail and accuracy

Organization and time management

Professional judgment and discretion

Client service orientation

Effective communication and collaboration

Results-driven mindset

Why Consider This Opportunity

Opportunity to work on a broad range of tax engagements

Exposure to complex tax matters and special projects

Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Potential for continued professional growth and development

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

EEO Notice

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Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact .

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Representation Notice

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).

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Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring’s use of AI can be found here ( ). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client’s use of AI products in hiring.

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;

licensure and certification requirements;

office location and other geographic considerations;

other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Who can apply

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