Senior Tax Accountant Job Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant with a strong foundation in accounting principles to join our team. This role involves preparing tax returns, financial reports, and tax planning by analyzing financial information. Responsibilities + Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions. + Distribute expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, and receivables according to schedules. + Perform statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and write narrative reports explaining findings. + Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports to summarize and interpret the company's financial position. + Audit contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepare reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement. + Determine proper handling of financial transactions and approve transactions within designated limits. + Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures. + Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries and documents. + Modify, document, and coordinate implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures. + Devise and implement systems for general accounting. + Make recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures. + Conduct studies and submit recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operations. + Collect appropriate data and prepare federal, state, and local reports and tax returns. Essential Skills + 8-10 years of public tax accounting experience, focusing on review and preparation for corporations, partnerships, and LLCs. + Active CPA in Oregon or Washington. + Proficiency in GAAP, including journal entries, general ledger, reconciliations, and financial statements. + Experience with CCH Axcess software. + Savvy with Excel and ability to quickly learn new systems. + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with an MBA or CMA preferred. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with CCH Engagement Software. + Bilingual in Spanish or Japanese is a plus. Work Environment Join a team that values a family feel in the workplace. Training is on-site in Salem, with flexible scheduling and remote work options available after training. Enjoy a pet-friendly office environment with approval. Benefit from a competitive compensation package, including bonuses, full medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, and more. Additional perks include cell phone reimbursement, paid parking, a Costco membership, and tuition reimbursement for CPA/EA exams and continuing education. The office observes two full closure weeks each year, and offers Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to support causes you care about. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Salem, Oregon. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $125000.00/yr. Amazing BenefitsMedicalDentalMentalGreat PTOTotal Comp is most important Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Salem,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.