
Senior Tax Accountant
Role description
From the employer**About Us**
Valley National Financial Advisors is a comprehensive wealth management firm dedicated to delivering personalized financial solutions to high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners. Our in-house tax team plays an integral role in supporting holistic financial strategies by ensuring compliance, optimizing tax outcomes, and collaborating closely with financial advisors and clients.
**Position Summary**
The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for preparing and reviewing complex individual, trust, and business tax returns, providing tax planning strategies, and maintaining strong client relationships. This role requires a high level of technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams to deliver seamless financial services.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, trusts, and small businesses
- Conduct year-round tax planning and projections for high-net-worth clients
- Advise clients and internal teams on tax strategies, compliance matters, and regulatory changes
- Collaborate with wealth advisors to align tax strategies with financial and estate planning goals
- Respond to client inquiries and serve as a trusted tax resource
- Monitor IRS and state notices; assist in responding to tax authority inquiries
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of tax documentation and client records
- Contribute to process improvement and implementation of tax technology tools
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; Master's in Taxation (preferred)
- CPA or EA designation (required)
- 5+ years of relevant tax experience, preferably in a public accounting or wealth management environment
- Expertise in individual tax returns and planning
- Strong understanding of tax implications for investment income, estates, and trusts
- Proficiency in CCH Axcess Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently