Senior Tax Accountant

Christianson CPAs & Consultants

Senior Tax Accountant reviewing complex returns and optimizing client tax liabilities at Christianson, a CPA and consulting firm. Mentoring staff and supporting tax compliance, research, presentations, and business development.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $83,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax return preparation for individuals, corporations, and partnerships, along with strong technical research and writing skills. Proven ability to mentor staff, optimize tax liabilities, and maintain client relationships while ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

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Tax Return PreparationTechnical Research And WritingClient Relationship ManagementMentoring And TrainingTax Compliance

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Hard Skills

Tax Return PreparationTechnical ResearchTax Liability OptimizationAccounting ProceduresTax Code KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsAttention To DetailProblem-Solving SkillsPublic Accounting ExperienceRenewable Fuels Knowledge

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsMotivational SkillsEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationClient Service Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelOutlookWord

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAEA

Industry Keywords

Tax CompliancePartnership TaxBusiness DevelopmentQuality-Control PoliciesTax Presentations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns prepared by staff in coordination with tax department supervisors and managers
Assist with client engagements across the firm, focusing on partnership tax
Electronically research tax issues and prepare position memos for partner, client, and IRS review
Optimize clients’ tax liabilities and credit reporting to streamline processes and limit tax burdens
Maintain knowledge of tax code changes, accounting procedures, and accounting theory to evaluate financial information
Mentor staff and provide technical, procedural, and professional guidance
Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring tax quality-control policies and procedures
Prepare complex individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns
Create and deliver tax presentations to partners, clients, and staff
Brief tax and A&A staff on new tax issues
Cultivate client relationships and participate in business development to strengthen the employee and firm
Support tax compliance, conduct in-depth tax-law research, provide actionable insights, and develop tax-liability optimization strategies
Manage client relationships and keep the team updated on tax-regulation changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
CPA or EA certification preferred or currently pursuing
2+ years of public accounting experience
Experience with Renewable Fuels is a plus
Expertise in technical research and writing
Strong leadership and motivational skills, including training and mentoring team members under tight deadlines or complex situations
Exceptional client service and relationship management skills with effective, professional communication
Strong problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking, and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to work independently and effectively with a team
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
Position is open to remote candidates across the U.S.; preference given to applicants residing in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin due to proximity for occasional in-person meetings, team collaboration, or client engagements
Availability normally Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. CST

Benefits

Comp & perks

Personal Time Off
Holidays
Flexible Schedule to help with Work/Life Balance
Health care coverage
Dental
Aflac
Life, Disability, and AD & D Insurance
401(k) savings plan
Continuing education support, including the cost of training and annual licensing
CPA exam support
Employee and Business Development referral programs
Continuing education opportunities
Internal councils and committees supporting wellness, engagement, and DEI efforts
Annual onsite all-staff retreat (“Camp Christianson”)
Health & Wellness support
Professional Development
Seasonal Time-off