Senior Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant
Location:
Des Moines, IA
Salary:
$80,000–$125,000, depending on experience
Schedule:
Full-time, primarily onsite
Trueline is seeking an experienced
Senior Tax Accountant
to join a growing public accounting firm in Des Moines. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys working directly with clients, solving complex tax matters, and helping develop junior team members—but wants a more sustainable alternative to the traditional large-firm environment.
You’ll join a close-knit, collaborative team that produces high-quality work while giving its employees the trust and autonomy to manage their responsibilities. The firm offers manageable tax-season hours, every other Friday off outside of tax season, and opportunities to take on greater responsibility as you grow.
What You’ll Do
Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and other business entities
Manage multiple tax engagements and ensure deadlines are met
Communicate directly with clients regarding tax returns, questions, notices, and planning opportunities
Research and resolve federal and state tax matters
Assist clients with tax planning and identify potential tax-saving opportunities
Review client financial information and identify issues requiring additional attention
Respond to tax notices and correspondence
Prepare financial statements and provide related accounting support as needed
Review returns and other work prepared by less-experienced team members
Help train and mentor junior tax and accounting staff
Stay current on changes to federal and state tax laws
Build strong, long-term client relationships
What We’re Looking For
Approximately five or more years of tax experience within public accounting
Hands-on experience preparing individual and business tax returns
Strong knowledge of federal and state income tax compliance
Experience with partnerships and S corporations
Ability to independently manage engagements and competing tax deadlines
Direct client communication experience
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work primarily onsite in the Des Moines office
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

CPA, EA, or meaningful progress toward CPA certification
Experience reviewing tax returns prepared by other staff
Tax planning and tax research experience
Experience mentoring or training junior professionals
Familiarity with CCH Axcess, UltraTax, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, or similar tax and accounting platforms
A CPA or EA is strongly preferred but not required. Candidates without the credential will still be considered if they bring strong public accounting, technical tax, review, and client-facing experience.
Compensation and Benefits
Base salary of $80,000–$125,000, depending on experience
Generous bonus opportunity
Employer-sponsored health insurance
3% SIMPLE IRA match
Paid vacation and sick time
Additional firm-wide time off throughout the year
Every other Friday off outside of tax season
Tax-season hours generally capped at approximately 55 hours per week
CPA exam study materials and exam-fee reimbursement
Professional growth and increasing responsibility based on experience and career goals
Why This Opportunity?
This role offers the chance to perform meaningful, high-quality tax work without getting lost in a large-firm environment. You’ll have direct access to clients, the autonomy to manage your work, and the opportunity to help shape and develop a growing team.
If you’re an experienced public accounting tax professional looking for strong work, greater flexibility, and a more personal working environment, we’d love to hear from you.