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Senior Tax Associate in Kentucky

Date Posted: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

The Tax Senior Associate is responsible for executing and completing client assignments while assisting in the supervision and development of team members. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys client interaction, takes ownership of work quality, and is ready to grow into increased leadership responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review a wide range of federal and state tax returns, including individual, partnership, and corporate returns
  • Execute client assignments from planning through completion while meeting deadlines and budget expectations
  • Identify and resolve errors or issues quickly and thoroughly
  • Apply appropriate tax law and accounting knowledge to client situations
  • Assist in supervising, training, and mentoring associates
  • Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for clients and manage ongoing client relationships
  • Identify tax planning opportunities during compliance work and communicate them to the engagement team
  • Participate in engagement planning meetings and provide meaningful input
  • Actively collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive, solutions-oriented culture

Qualifications

  • CPA or Enrolled Agent license completed or actively in progress
  • 2–5 years of public accounting tax experience
  • Solid understanding of federal and state tax laws and accounting principles
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to coach and develop junior team members

If you would like to further discuss any of these opportunities let's connect. 

Melissa Ajer - Search Consultant

Phone/Text - 612-445-7927

Email - melissa.ajer@gogpac.com

Look forward to hearing back from you.

Please note you must be authorized to work in the US

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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