Senior Tax Professional – Full-Time
Location: Folsom, CA

About Us
Centenal Tax Group is passionate about helping people and solving complex problems. We are a full-service bookkeeping and tax firm serving individuals, businesses, fiduciaries, and non-profits. Our services include tax preparation and planning, bookkeeping and accounting, estates and trusts, compilation financial statements, and more. Through our partnership with Atlas CPAs LLP, assurance services under an alternative practice structure are also provided to clients.
We offer extraordinary benefits and are committed to a culture where we keep customers first, maintain a positive outlook, and work as a dedicated team. If you share these values and want to make a difference, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become an integral part of our team.

Position Summary
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Tax Professional with a strong accounting background and the ability to prepare, supervise, and review complex tax engagements. This role involves significant client interaction and requires advanced technical knowledge, including international tax and ASC 740 (income tax provision) experience.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in preparing and reviewing a variety of returns—individual, corporate, partnership, trust, payroll, and information returns—as well as providing strategic tax planning, conducting research, and advising clients on accounting and financial matters. You will also be responsible for preparing compilation financial statements, identifying opportunities for tax savings, and ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and international regulations.

Key Responsibilities
• Client Service & Relationship Management
o Deliver exceptional customer service by anticipating needs and ensuring decisions reflect the client’s best interest.
o Serve as a trusted advisor by providing reliable and effective tax, accounting, and financial statement advice.
• Tax Preparation & Review
o Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
o Prepare and review international tax filings, including compliance with relevant treaties and reporting obligations.
o Perform and review ASC 740 income tax provisions, including deferred tax calculations, uncertain tax positions, and related disclosures.
o Prepare and review payroll and information returns.
o Review financial records such as income statements, documentation of expenditures, and prior-year returns to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Compliance & Planning
o Identify potential tax credits and liabilities to ensure timely and accurate filings.
o Research complex domestic and international tax issues.
o Ensure compliance with IRS, state, and foreign regulations.
o Maintain confidentiality of client information according to company procedures.
• Team Leadership & Development
o Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance on complex tax matters.
o Review team work for technical accuracy and completeness.
o Assist in developing best practices for tax preparation and review processes.

Qualifications
• Education & Credentials
o Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required; Master’s in Taxation preferred.
o CPA, JD, or similar professional designation strongly preferred (EA or CTEC also considered).
o Current PTIN required.
• Experience & Skills
o 6-8+ years of progressive tax preparation and review experience, including complex and multi-entity returns.
o Strong technical knowledge of federal, state, and international tax laws.
o Experience with ASC 740 income tax provision work.
o Proficiency with CCH Tax; QuickBooks; Microsoft Office Suite; Adobe Acrobat.
o Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
o Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attributes
o Professional, customer-service oriented, and adaptable.
o Capable of working independently and collaboratively.
o Resourceful with strong problem-solving instincts.

Physical Requirements
• Close vision for reviewing documents and data entry.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and electronically.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and related office equipment for extended periods.

Salary: Starting at $90k-$120k or more depending on experience, plus benefits.

About Centenal Tax Group
Centenal Tax Group is a subsidiary of TRI HoldCo, Inc., an employer in California since 1988 with offices across Northern and Southern California. For more information, visit https://www.centenaltax.com.