Senior Tax Accountant

Position Summary: Are you someone with impeccable attention to detail, who thrives in the rule-oriented world of accounting? Is organizing financial data a passion, like a puzzle you can't wait to solve? If yes, we believe you would be an outstanding fit on our wealth management team. Primary Responsibilities Preparation and review of personal and fiduciary income tax returns including multi-state filings Preparation and review of tax projections for planning and estimated taxes and other tax planning Respond to tax notices and assist with tax audits Tax research and special projects Review of payroll tax returns and other information tax return filings Provide financial administration/financial concierge services for multiple clients - this includes direct contact with clients as well as supervision and review of bookkeeping services such as general ledger postings, payroll, bank reconciliations, write-ups and preparation of financial statements Provide strategic tax advisory services to clients on equity compensation arrangements, including stock options, restricted stock units, and employee stock purchase plans, optimizing tax outcomes and ensuring regulatory compliance. Review client specific reports including financial statements, budgets, cash flow and spending reports, as well as financial plans Responsible for developing and maintaining superior client relationships Interaction with other members of a clients wealth management team Responsible for all business aspects of client relationships including billing, collecting and maintaining profitability Provide comprehensive tax advisory services to private equity executives on carried interest structures, ensuring compliance with IRC Section 1061 three-year holding period requirements and optimizing the tax treatment of capital versus ordinary allocations. Navigate complex AMT planning for ISO exercises and multi-state tax allocation issues, ensuring accurate sourcing of equity compensation income across jurisdictions and optimal timing of elections under IRC Section 83(b). Required Qualifications: Extensive knowledge of income tax planning, financial planning and financial administration Bachelors degree in Accounting, Masters in Tax a plus CPA license preferred, CFP desirable Proficient in Bloomberg Tax and BNA software systems for tax research, compliance, and advisory services 5 7 years of High-Net-Worth tax experience with CPA firm or wealth management firm Extensive experience with preparation and review of individual income tax returns with an emphasis on the taxation of high-net-worth individuals Proficiency with CCH Axcess Tax Ability to manage professionals, workflow, to multitask and meet deadlines Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills and attention to detail Professionalism, dependability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with a team mentality Compensation Range: $100,000-150,000 Why Cerity Partners: Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Below is a glimpse of the key elements of our total rewards package: Health, dental, and vision insurance day 1! 401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match Flexible PTO policy Parental Leave Financial assistance for advanced education and professional designations Opportunity to give back time to local communities Commuter benefits Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. For those needing accommodations, please reach out to careers@ceritypartners.com. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Ultimately, outstanding wealth management is about people and relationships. Our people are the nucleus of Cerity Partners. Each colleague brings unique expertise, commitment and knowledge to the firm and it is by working together that we achieve our mission to have a positive impact on the financial well-being of our clients, colleagues and communities. Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. We truly care about what we do. Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition Team and we'll be in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match for your skill set. Cerity Partners is one of the nations leading independent financial advisory firms. We serve high-net-worth individuals & their families, businesses, & their employees, and nonprofit organizations from our offices across the country. Our in-house experts of tax advisors, financial planners, investment professionals, & retirement plan consultants are passionate about and committed to providing objective financial advice & oversight. At Cerity Partners, we believe in the long view. We work with clients who appreciate our comprehensive and sustained approach to wealth management. We dont just look for short-term gains, we seek long-term growth. We have the same approach to our people. We look for experienced and credentialed wealth management colleagues who can keep pace with us. We manage over $100 billion assets for our clients and we are routinely recognized as a Barrons Top 100 RIA firms in the nation. The driving factor of our accelerated growth is our people. Located throughout the U.S., our teams consist of experts who are helpful, knowledgeable, sincere, and have the perseverance and capability to go the extra mile for our clients. We consider our firm a community that works together to serve one common goal: Finding diverse solutions to suit diverse financial needs.