Senior Tax Accountant

Job overview

The Senior Tax Accountant role is onsite in Puyallup, WA. The salary range is $85,000 to $120,000 per year, DOE. Jeff Baker & Associates serves business owners, families, fiduciaries, and high-net-worth individuals with tax planning and guidance. The role manages complex tax engagements from preparation and review through client communication and deadlines. It also provides technical support and mentorship to staff, helping the firm deliver accurate tax compliance and proactive planning recommendations.

What you'll do

• Prepare and review complex individual, fiduciary, estate, partnership, S corporation, and C corporation tax returns
• prepare estate tax returns and assist with estate administration
• conduct tax research and prepare written conclusions
• assist clients with tax notices and correspondence
• identify tax-planning opportunities and communicate recommendations
• manage multiple engagements and deadlines
• communicate directly with clients
• train and mentor staff and interns
• review workpapers and provide feedback
• collaborate with firm leadership and contribute to process improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior tax accountant

puyallup wa

jeff baker & associates

full-time

onsite

$85k–$120k/year

tax preparation

estate and trust tax

fiduciary returns

tax planning

client advisory

staff mentoring

public accounting

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off and holidays
• CPA and EA licensing support
• continuing education
• professional and leadership development
• advancement pathways.

Why this role

Estate and trust experience is required, along with 4+ years of public accounting tax experience and a bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA, EA, or CPA candidate is preferred.

About the employer

JEFF BAKER & ASSOCIATES, P.S. is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Certified Public Accountants. Sector: 54.