Senior Tax Accountant — High-Impact CPA Role with Real Client Relationships (Ocala)

About Our ClientOur client is a well-established local CPA firm serving individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and closely held businesses. The firm is known for delivering thoughtful tax planning, accurate compliance work, and practical financial guidance that helps clients make confident decisions.Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant who is looking for more than just another tax-season role. This is an opportunity to work directly with clients, take ownership of meaningful tax engagements, and join a respected firm that values technical excellence, professionalism, client service, and work-life balance.The OpportunityAs a Senior Tax Accountant, you will prepare and review individual and business tax returns, assist with tax planning strategies, and serve as a trusted resource for both clients and junior team members. You will work on a broad range of returns, including individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and small business clients.This role is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys client interaction, values long-term relationships, and wants to grow within a stable local firm where their contributions are recognized and appreciated.What You'll DoPrepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120S, and 1120.Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide practical tax guidance.Identify tax planning opportunities for individuals, business owners, and closely held companies.Research tax issues and apply current tax law to client situations.Assist with year-end planning, tax projections, and estimated tax calculations.Review work prepared by staff accountants and provide guidance or coaching where appropriate.Support improvements to internal processes, workflows, and client service standards.Build long-term client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor.What Our Client Is Looking ForBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.CPA license or CPA candidate preferred.4+ years of tax experience in public accounting strongly preferred.Strong experience preparing and reviewing individual and business tax returns.Knowledge of federal and state tax compliance.Excellent communication and client service skills.Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.Experience with tax software such as [UltraTax / Lacerte / ProSystem fx / Drake / other] preferred.Why This Opportunity Stands OutThis is not a high-volume, impersonal tax role. Our client offers the opportunity to do meaningful work for real clients, expand your technical skills, and become part of a firm that values quality, integrity, and professional development.The firm offers:Competitive compensationBonus potentialFlexible scheduling outside of tax seasonSupportive and collaborative team environmentDirect client interactionOpportunity for advancementContinuing education and professional development supportA stable, respected local firm with a strong client baseWho Will Thrive in This RoleThe ideal candidate is a tax professional who enjoys solving problems, helping clients, and taking ownership of their work. You are organized, dependable, technically strong, and comfortable communicating with individuals and business owners. You want to be part of a firm where your expertise matters and where you can continue to grow your career.