Senior Tax Accountant
Senior Tax Accountant - Columbia, TN
The music never stops in nearby Nashville, but here in Columbia, we've marched to our own beat for years. And we're just warming up.
KraftCPAs PLLC is proud to be a thriving business and a contributor to our community's continued growth, and – along with our community – we continue to evolve. We're now one of Tennessee's largest full-service firms with more than 250 employees, four affiliate companies, and offices in Nashville, Chattanooga, Columbia, and Lebanon. Since 1958, clients have relied on our expertise and innovation for tax, audit, accounting, and specialized services ranging from litigation support to cybersecurity and sophisticated network solutions.
We're committed to quality client experiences and a collaborative, inclusive work environment, and those achievements are frequently noticed in our region and industry. Our employees consistently make us one of the Nashville Business Journal's Best Places to Work and Accounting Today's Best Accounting Firms to Work For, most recently in 2023. We were a Forbes Best Tax Firm and Best Accounting Firm in 2023. We've been on the Inside Public Accounting Top 200 list for the past two years. And already in 2024, USA Today listed us as one of America's Top 100 Tax and Accounting Firms.
Because we value diverse, equitable, and inclusive hiring practices, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.
If you value people, purpose, and passion as much as we do, there's a career ready for you at KraftCPAs.
Requirements for this position
Experience:
- Experience in corporate, partnerships and individual returns
- A minimum of three years of experience performing tax services in a CPA firm or small business
- Strong accounting skills including maintaining cash and accrual basis general ledgers
- Strong QuickBooks knowledge, Microsoft Office
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
License:
- CPA or actively working toward achieving license
A day in the life of a Senior Tax Accountant
- Be responsible for recording activity after-the-fact for small businesses in order to prepare the tax return
- Prepare federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C Corporations, S Corporations, trusts, estates and individuals
- Research tax issues and reach conclusions with adequate technical support
- Apply technical knowledge and work experience to consulting engagements
- Train, mentor and provide work direction to staff
- Recognize, anticipate and resolve tax issues; make recommendations
- Review and organize tax information supplied by client
Experience Our Culture of People and Passion
- Work with a dedicated, experienced coach for mentoring and development
- Internal and external training opportunities with CPE eligibility
- Young professionals' group for ages 40 and under
- Additional paid time off to study and take the CPA exam
- Tuition reimbursement for additional education and certifications
- Free meals and other perks during "busy season" (January through April)
- Frequent company, departmental, and team outings include picnics, family days, holiday celebrations, charitable and community events, team lunch-and-learns, quarterly birthday gatherings, employee spotlights, and more
Our Commitment to Your Health
- Flexible and remote work schedules available
- Free telemedicine access for employees and family, including mental health
- Minimum 20 days of paid time off (PTO), with more based on seniority and longevity
- Medical coverage 80% company-paid for employee, 60% company-paid for family
- Health savings account (HSA) with company contributions
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions
- 11 paid holidays
Year-Round Rewards and Recognition
Bonuses are awarded for a variety of personal and professional achievements throughout the year, including:
- Earning CPA certification
- Successful referral of new clients, new employees, or new business with existing clients
- Professional development, leadership, and client service
- Longevity and firm contributions
Learn More About Us
KraftCPAs is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.