Senior Tax Accountant

About Us

BreakPoint Talent is a boutique search firm partnering with an established public accounting firm in Oakland, California. The firm serves a diverse client base with tax, audit, and advisory services, and the tax group works closely with owners, families, and closely held businesses across the Bay Area.

Why Join Us?

This is a seat with real client ownership. You will be the day-to-day contact on your accounts, not three layers removed from them, and you will get the review reps that move a career forward.

• Salary range of $85,000 to $125,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid schedule, three days in office and two remote
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) and life insurance
• Generous PTO, vacation, sick time, and holidays

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts
• Manage client relationships and serve as the day-to-day point of contact
• Research complex tax issues and provide technical guidance
• Mentor junior staff and review their work
• Assist with tax planning and projections
• Identify opportunities to expand services with existing clients

You should have most of the following

• 3 or more years of public accounting tax experience
• CPA license or CPA eligible preferred
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax compliance
• Experience with individual, partnership, S-corp, or trust taxation
• Proficiency in tax software such as CCH, UltraTax, or similar
• Strong communication and client-facing skills

If you are further along than a Senior, we still want to hear from you.