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Tax Senior Accountant, Business Tax Services

Tax Senior Accountant, Business Tax Services

Cohen & CompanyBuffalo, NY, US
4 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Title : Tax Senior Accountant

Are you a skilled tax professional ready to take your expertise to the next level with closely held businesses and private equity portfolio companies? At Cohen & Co, we prioritize a people-first culture and professional growth, giving you the opportunity to work directly with clients on meaningful, high-impact engagements.

As a Tax Senior Accountant on our Business Tax Services team, you will provide strategic tax services to operating businesses owned by private equity firms or closely held owners, managing C-Corps, S-Corps, and Partnerships with precision and compliance. This role offers exposure to complex client structures, the chance to provide strategic insights, and the opportunity to grow your career within a collaborative, learning-focused environment where your contributions truly make an impact.

Tax Strategy & Compliance

  • Prepare, review, and file federal, state, and local tax returns for closely held businesses and / or private equity portfolio companies (C-Corps, S-Corps, and Partnerships).
  • Conduct technical research and provide guidance on complex tax matters affecting client operations and investments.
  • Identify opportunities for tax efficiencies, process improvements, and risk mitigation.
  • Stay current on evolving tax regulations and industry best practices to ensure clients receive accurate, compliant, and strategic advice.

Client Experience

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering proactive solutions and strategic insights that support business goals.
  • Communicate complex tax matters clearly and confidently to clients, translating technical information into actionable guidance.
  • Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and long-term partnerships.
  • Manage timelines, deliverables, and client expectations to ensure high-quality service and satisfaction.
  • Team Leadership

  • Coach, mentor, and develop staff to enhance technical skills, client service capabilities, and career growth.
  • Oversee workflow, staffing, and engagement planning to ensure timely and accurate delivery of work products.
  • Contribute to the professional growth and development of the team by sharing knowledge, providing feedback, and modeling excellence.
  • Promote collaboration, accountability, and professionalism across engagements in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
  • Who You Are

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required; Master's preferred.
  • CPA license required.
  • Experience preparing federal, state, and local tax returns for closely held businesses and / or private equity portfolio companies.
  • Strong understanding of business tax structures, C-Corps, S-Corps, and Partnerships.
  • Excellent technical research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex tax issues clearly to clients and colleagues.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax software; comfort adopting new technology tools.
  • Preferred Experience

  • Experience with personal tax compliance (1040s).
  • Exposure to multi-state tax planning and compliance.
  • Experience mentoring or leading staff.
  • Location

  • Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, OH - preferred
  • Buffalo, NY; Detroit or St. Clair Shores, MI
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Who We Are

    #LifeatCohen

    Sure, we like numbers. (But we'll never treat you like one.)

    At Cohen & Co our foundational principles offer insight into how we achieve an inclusive, growth-oriented culture that fuels the success of our firm, our clients, and our people. In particular, we honor our foundational principle of "great people first" by :

  • Championing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion by embracing the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas that come from our people; and
  • Offering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, which allows each employee to use the benefits that best suits their needs. Our offerings go beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!
  • Estimated Salary Range : $70,000-125,000

  • Salaries offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's relevant skillset, experience, licensure, and certifications, as well as job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs. At Cohen & Co, we don't stop setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation. As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!
  • We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients.

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