Senior Tax Associate
Tampa, FL
Compensation: $85,000 – $100,000
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Tax Associate to join our client’s collaborative and growing tax team. This role is ideal for a tax professional looking to deepen their technical skills, take ownership of client work, and grow into a leadership track. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of tax engagements while being supported by experienced mentors.
Why take this Senior Tax Associate role:
Competitive salary and full benefits package.
Generous PTO, holidays, and flexible hybrid/remote work options.
Supportive and team-focused work environment.
Direct access to firm managers and partners.
Exposure to a diverse client base including individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts.
Regular training opportunities and CPE support.
Clear career growth path toward management.
Hands-on experience in both compliance and advisory projects.
Collaborative culture that values balance, inclusion, and long-term development.
Community service and volunteer opportunities through firm-sponsored events.
Overview of the Senior Tax Associate role:
Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
Assist with tax planning, research, and consulting for a variety of clients.
Collaborate with team members on complex engagements to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Communicate directly with clients to request information, explain tax matters, and resolve issues.
Research technical tax issues and prepare supporting memoranda.
Support managers with tax projections and year-end planning.
Help train and guide junior staff accountants.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and deadlines.
Qualifications:
CPA or actively pursuing CPA licensure.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. MST is a plus.
3–5 years of experience in public accounting or tax advisory services.
Solid knowledge of individual and business tax concepts.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience with tax software (e.g., CCH Axcess, GoSystem) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines.
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Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.