Job description
Tax Accountant Buffalo, NY
This is not a 100% Remote role. This is a Hybrid role you MUST live in the area or in a commutable distance or be willing to relocate
Respectfully please only apply if you meet this requirement
$15,000 sign-on bonus if you commit to 1 year!
Salary:$80,000-$115,000
The Opportunity
We're looking for a strategic, forward-thinking Tax Accountant to lead and grow our tax team. This is a key leadership position for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical expertise, client advisory, and operational excellence. This is a full-time remote role, and the right person will be included in decision-making as part of the leadership team. Tax preparation and tax review experience is highly needed
What You'll Do
Lead and mentor a high-performing team of tax professionals
Oversee complex tax compliance and planning engagements for businesses and individuals
Collaborate with legal and accounting / Fractional CFO counterparts to deliver holistic client solutions
Manage and grow client relationships through proactive tax strategy and advisory
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws - with a sharp eye for planning opportunities
Develop and implement scalable workflows and technology integrations (we use Ignition, Karbon, and more)
Stay ahead of tax law changes and advise both clients and internal teams accordingly
What We're Looking For
- CPA or EA is not necessary, but one must be able to obtain one
- 2+ years of progressive tax experience, ideally in a public accounting or multidisciplinary environment
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent communication - you can explain complex tax concepts in plain English
- Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach
- Comfortable working in a fast-growing, tech-forward, collaborative environment
- Someone who has worked extensively with a workflow/practice management tool like Karbon
Why our client
️ Innovative ABS structure combining law, tax, and accounting
️ Entrepreneurial leadership and room to grow
️ Fully remote work environment
️ Competitive compensation and benefits
️ Team-oriented culture with real impact
Benefits
- 10 days PTO (increasing each year)
- 10 paid holidays
- 13 paid Fridays off (May - July)
- Reasonable working hours (average 50 during busy season)
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term life, disability
- 401(k) with match
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