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Senior Tax Accountant
Kforce
Location : Oradell, NJ, 07649
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $90,000 - 110,000 Annually
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
Senior Tax Accountant
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DescriptionKforce's client, a growing public accounting firm, is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant in Oradell, NJ. This firm offers a good work life balance along with the opportunity to advance. Duties:
- Senior Tax Accountant will prepare (and sometimes review) partnership, corporate, fiduciary, and individual tax returns
- Identify and execute tax planning opportunities
- Assist with client accounting and tax engagements and work with staff to deliver year-round accounting and tax services
- As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will provide research support and work with managers and partners on client technical matters
- Deliver high quality service, while interacting and maintaining relationships with clients, performing accounting, tax, and consulting services
- Assist, train and mentor staff
- Active CPA License
- 3+ years of public accounting tax experience
- Proficient in Lacerte, Quick Books, and MS Office Suite, specifically Excel
- Excellent communication, written and leadership skills
- Possess an entrepreneurial -go getter- attitude
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and research skills
- Attention to detail
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Freqently Asked Questions
Possessing an active CPA license enhances a Tax Accountant's authority to handle complex tax matters, especially in Oradell's competitive accounting sector. It enables the senior tax accountant to lead sophisticated tax return preparations and mentor junior staff, aligning with Kforce’s emphasis on expertise and leadership.
Mastery of software like Lacerte and QuickBooks, alongside advanced Excel proficiency, sets a Senior Tax Accountant apart in NJ. These tools facilitate accurate tax filings and efficient client service, reflecting the skill set highlighted for senior-level tax roles within firms like Kforce.
Advancing from a Tax Accountant to senior positions often leads to roles in tax management or specialized consultancy. With 3+ years public accounting experience, professionals can leverage leadership and analytical skills to ascend within firms or transition to strategic tax advisory roles.
Kforce promotes a balanced work-life environment with a focus on growth, valuing entrepreneurial spirit and leadership. Candidates can expect collaboration with managers and partners, emphasizing mentorship and client relationship building within a supportive firm culture.
Kforce encourages seniors to provide in-depth research assistance and collaborate closely with management on complex client tax matters. This fosters professional development while ensuring high-quality service delivery and strengthens technical expertise within client engagements.
Salaries for Senior Tax Accountants at Kforce align with the broader NJ market, factoring qualifications and experience. The compensation range is thoughtfully determined, reflecting regional demand and the role’s seniority, ensuring competitive pay within Oradell’s public accounting landscape.
Oradell offers accessible commuting routes via NJ Transit and major highways, easing daily travel for accountants. However, prospective employees should consider peak traffic times and proximity to the office when planning their commute to maintain work-life balance.
Oradell's expanding accounting firms have increased demand for seasoned tax professionals, especially those with CPA credentials and software proficiency. This growth presents opportunities but also requires staying abreast of tax regulations to remain competitive locally.
Senior Tax Accountants at Kforce usually manage partnership, corporate, fiduciary, and individual tax returns, ensuring compliance and identifying planning opportunities. Their role extends to reviewing work and guiding staff, highlighting a mix of technical and leadership duties.
At Kforce, Tax Accountants engage deeply with client advisory, mentorship, and research support, reflecting a dynamic environment that balances technical precision with leadership growth. This contrasts with firms focusing solely on transactional tax preparation, offering broader career development.
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