Senior Tax Accountant

Career Legal · Bethesda, Maryland

FULL TIME$85,000 – $85,000 / yr

Job Description

Location

Bethesda, MD (Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Department:

Tax & Accounting

Reports to:

Tax Manager / Director of Tax

Employment type:

Full-time

Salary range:

$85,000 – $115,000 per year, depending on experience and credentials

About

A growing accounting firm based in Bethesda, Maryland, serving individuals, closely held businesses, and mid-market companies across the DC metro area. We value technical excellence, clear communication, and a supportive team culture that invests in professional growth.

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Accountant plays a key role in preparing and reviewing federal, state, and local tax filings for a diverse client or entity base. This position combines hands-on technical work with review responsibilities, mentoring of junior staff, and direct client interaction. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple deadlines, and eager to take on increasing responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and review complex federal and multi-state income tax returns for corporations, partnerships, S corporations, and high-net-worth individuals (Forms 1120, 1120-S, 1065, 1040)

Prepare Maryland, DC, and Virginia state and local filings, including pass-through entity elections and composite or withholding returns

Compute quarterly estimated tax payments and extension calculations

Prepare and review tax provisions and supporting workpapers, including deferred taxes and book-to-tax reconciliations

Research and document technical tax issues, and communicate findings clearly to clients and management

Review work prepared by staff and associate accountants, providing constructive feedback and coaching

Respond to IRS and state tax notices and assist with audit support

Identify tax planning and savings opportunities for clients

Maintain current knowledge of federal, Maryland, and DC tax law changes and assess their impact

Help improve tax workflows, document-management processes, and use of tax software

Collaborate with the audit, advisory, and accounting teams as needed

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or Finance

4+ years of progressive tax preparation and review experience in public accounting or corporate tax

Strong working knowledge of partnership (Subchapter K), S corporation, and C corporation taxation

Experience with tax preparation software (such as CCH Axcess, GoSystem Tax RS, UltraTax CS, or Lacerte) and Microsoft Excel

Excellent analytical, research, and written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and thrive during busy season

Preferred Qualifications

Active CPA license, or CPA candidate with credits to sit for the exam; EA considered

Master's degree in Taxation or an MBA

Experience with multi-state (SALT) issues, real estate, nonprofit, or government-contracting clients

Familiarity with research tools such as Checkpoint, CCH IntelliConnect, or Bloomberg Tax

Prior experience supervising or mentoring junior staff

Skills and Competencies

Technical accuracy and strong attention to detail

Sound professional judgment and integrity

Clear, client-friendly communication

Leadership potential and a collaborative approach

Adaptability and a continuous-learning mindset

Work Environment

Office located in downtown Bethesda, close to the Bethesda Metro (Red Line) and public parking. Extended hours are expected during peak filing seasons (typically January–April and September–October), with flexibility and recognition during those periods.

Company	Career Legal
Location	Bethesda, Maryland
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Salary	$85,000 – $85,000 / yr

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