Senior Tax Associate

We are seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our tax practice. This role is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys technical tax work, collaborative planning, and direct involvement in delivering high-quality service to clients.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide initial tax preparation support, including information gathering, workpaper creation, data entry, and first-draft return preparationReview returns and selected projects prepared by Tax Associates and internsAssist in training and mentoring junior team membersPrepare tax projections and provide proactive tax planning recommendationsPrepare responses to IRS and state tax notices and correspondenceCollaborate with the advisory team on tax planning matters and client service initiativesCommunicate with clients by phone and email and participate in client meetings as neededConduct tax research and provide support on technical projects and planning mattersQualifications2-5 years of public accounting experience with a background in taxationCPA eligible or JD required; Master’s in taxation preferredAbility to manage multiple client engagements and projectsProficiency in or ability to adapt quickly to new tax software and research tools (i.e., CCH Axcess Tax, BNA Income Tax Planner, and CCH IntelliConnect)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong research and analytical skillsWillingness and desire to be part of a teamCompensationSalary range: $85,000 – $105,000Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance for employees are 100% paid for by the company401(k) Plan + matchOur CultureEmpirical is truly unique. We believe that each employee is a valuable contributor to the overall effectiveness of the firm. The sharing of concepts and ideas is paramount to the growth of each employee, so we believe in cultivating an environment that promotes collaborative development. Our employees are passionate about the work they do and want to inspire that work ethic into those around them. We are a hard-working, high-performance, no-excuse team of 100 professionals who together want to take charge of our careers alongside the opportunity that Empirical offers.