Senior Tax Associate

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.Aprio is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join their team in Portland!
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys complex business returns, taking ownership of engagements, and expanding their technical skills while working alongside experienced industry leaders.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

Take ownership engagements from planning through completion
Build meaningful client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor
Collaborate with an experienced team that is investing in technology, automation, AI-enabled tools, and modern tax delivery processes
Gain exposure to engagement review, staff development, and increasing leadership responsibilities as you progress toward Manager and beyond
Work closely with partners and industry leaders who are committed to mentoring and developing future leaders within the practice
Grow your career within a nationally recognized advisory and accounting firm with a strong and expanding real estate platform

Responsibilities:

As a Senior Tax Associate, your typical day may include:

Preparing and reviewing federal and state tax returns, with a primary focus on partnerships and other flow-through entities
Reviewing workpapers, trial balances, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Taking ownership of assigned client engagements and helping drive projects through timely completion
Researching tax issues and identifying opportunities to support client objectives and planning strategies
Collaborating directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide responsive service
Responding to review comments, resolving technical issues, and incorporating feedback efficiently
Reviewing work prepared by junior staff and providing coaching, guidance, and constructive feedback
Collaborating with offshore preparation teams and reviewing simpler returns to ensure quality and consistency
Leveraging tax technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and service delivery
Building strong client relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service
Working closely with Managers, Directors, and Partners to deliver high-quality tax solutions and support client growth initiatives

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
2-5 years of public accounting tax experience
Experience preparing and reviewing tax returns for partnerships, S corporations and corporations
Strong understanding of flow-through entities and closely held businesses
Experience reviewing workpapers and responding to review notes
Ability to manage multiple engagements successfully
Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and CPA firm operations
Experience working directly with clients and building trusted relationships
Comfort working with tax technology, automation tools, and evolving AI-enabled solutions
Ability to collaborate effectively with both onshore and offshore teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
CPA or EA designation (preferred)