Senior Tax Accountant / Experienced Tax Preparer

Accounting Career Consultants Saint Louis, MO Open
Accounting Career Consultants is looking for Senior Tax Accountant / Experienced Tax Preparer in Saint Louis, MO.
This local job opportunity with ID 3721992629 is live since 2026-06-22 02:46:01.
Job Description
Job Description

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

 Flexible schedule with part-time hours outside of busy season
 Busy season workloads generally do not exceed 50 hours per week
 No pressure to build a book of business or pursue partnership
 Stable, collegial, relationship-oriented work environment
 In-office role located in Rock Hill, Missouri
 Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and expertise
 Health insurance available, including family coverage fully paid by the firm
 401(k) plan with a 5% employer contribution
 Opportunity to continue practicing while maintaining work-life balance and better flexibility

Job Description:

Are you an experienced tax professional who enjoys working with clients and preparing quality taxreturns but no longer wants the demands of a traditional public accounting environment?

Our client, a well-established local CPA firm in Rock Hill, is seeking an experienced CPA or Enrolled Agent to join their team in a high-level individual contributor role. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned tax professional who wants to continue utilizing their expertise while enjoying greater flexibility and a more manageable workload.

Whether you are looking to scale back from a larger firm, transition away from management responsibilities, or simply find a professional home where your experience is valued, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution without sacrificing your personal life.

What You Do

 Prepare and review individual (1040), partnership (1065), and S-Corporation (1120S) tax returns
 Work directly with long-standing clients to gather information and address tax-related questions
 Identify tax planning opportunities and assist with tax research as needed
 Utilize Lacerte tax software and Microsoft Excel and Word to prepare accurate and timely returns
 Collaborate with firm leadership on complex tax matters
 Provide technical expertise and mentorship when appropriate

Qualifications:

 CPA or Enrolled Agent designation
 Significant public accounting tax experience
 Strong experience preparing and reviewing 1040, 1065, and 1120S returns
 Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
 Experience with Lacerte preferred
 Strong attention to detail and client service skills
 Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

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Company Description
Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts
Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.
Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties.
Awards & Recognition:
2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked #63
2016-2017 St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies
2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms
2015-2017 & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)
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