Senior Accountant (Hybrid)

We are a growing, family-centric public accounting firm with three offices across New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania. Founded and led by CPAs with Big 4, mid-tier, and super-regional firm experience, we provide audit, tax, advisory, and CFO services to businesses and individuals across industries including technology, real estate, manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, and retail.

We pride ourselves on being our clients' partners in clarity, stability, and success, while building a workplace where our people can thrive both professionally and personally.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior Accountant to join our growing team. The Senior Accountant will manage a portfolio of client engagements across tax, assurance, and advisory services, mentor junior staff, and serve as a trusted point of contact for our business and individual clients. This is a high-visibility role with a clear path toward Manager and Partner-track opportunities for CPAs (or CPA candidates) ready to take ownership of their career.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S-corps, C-corps, trusts, and non-profits
• Plan, execute, and document audit, review, and compilation engagements in accordance with GAAP and GAAS
• Prepare financial statements, workpapers, and supporting schedules with accuracy and timeliness
• Conduct tax research on complex issues and communicate findings clearly to clients and partners
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory guidance to help clients minimize liability and achieve their goals
• Support CFO advisory engagements, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, KPI reporting, and month-end/year-end close
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear, responsive, and professional communication
• Mentor, review work of, and develop staff accountants and interns
• Stay current on changes in tax law, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Assist partners with special projects, process improvements, and firm initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–5+ years of public accounting experience
• CPA license, or actively pursuing CPA (meaningful progress toward the exam expected)
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, federal and state tax law, and audit procedures
• Proficiency with accounting and tax software (e.g., QuickBooks, CCH Axcess, ProSystem fx, UltraTax, Lacerte, or similar) and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license held in NJ, NY, or PA
• Experience serving clients in one or more of our core industries: technology/SaaS, real estate and construction, manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, or retail/e-commerce
• Experience with multi-state taxation and pass-through entities
• Exposure to CFO advisory, financial modeling, or fractional controllership work

Why Join

• Career growth — clear advancement path from Senior to Manager and beyond, with mentorship
• Variety of work — diverse client base across industries and service lines (tax, audit, advisory, CFO services), so no two days look the same
• Family-first culture — flexible scheduling, work-from-home options, emergency leave, and a leadership team that genuinely values work-life balance
• CPA support — study time, exam fee reimbursement, and continuing education support
• Competitive compensation — salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits — health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan contributions, and paid holidays
• Modern tools — cloud-based workflows, online client portals, and video conferencing infrastructure