Senior Accountant and Tax expert

About the Firm We are a growing and highly respected accounting firm serving clients throughout the Inlet Beach, Miramar Beach, 30A, Panama City Beach, and surrounding areas. Our firm is known for professionalism, technical expertise, client service, and strong relationships within the local business community. We are seeking an experienced **Senior Accountant** to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable accounting professional with strong tax preparation experience, public accounting firm experience, and the ability to manage the full accounting cycle for a diverse client base. Position Summary The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing complex accounting and tax engagements, reviewing financial records, preparing and reviewing tax returns, supporting bookkeeping and financial reporting functions, and advising clients with accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail. This role requires a strong understanding of the full accounting cycle, tax compliance, bookkeeping, financial statement review, and accounting systems commonly used by CPA and accounting firms. Key Responsibilities * Manage the full accounting cycle for business clients, including general ledger review, reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, month\-end and year\-end close procedures. * Prepare and review individual and business tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120\-S, and related state filings. * Review bookkeeping work prepared by junior staff or bookkeepers to ensure accuracy and compliance. * Prepare, analyze, and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports. * Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, reconciliation issues, and tax reporting inconsistencies. * Work directly with clients to collect information, answer accounting and tax questions, and provide professional guidance. * Assist with tax planning strategies for individuals, small businesses, partnerships, corporations, and S corporations. * Review payroll, sales tax, and other compliance\-related filings when applicable. * Support year\-end tax planning, client advisory work, and preparation of workpapers. * Maintain accurate documentation and organized client files. * Help train, mentor, and review the work of junior accounting staff. * Stay current with federal and state tax regulations, IRS updates, and accounting best practices. Required Qualifications * Minimum of 5\+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a CPA firm, tax firm, or public accounting environment. * Strong experience preparing individual and business tax returns. * Solid understanding of the full accounting cycle, bookkeeping, reconciliations, journal entries, financial statements, and tax compliance. * Experience working with accounting firm clients, small businesses, professional services companies, real estate clients, hospitality clients, or local business owners. * Proficiency with **QuickBooks Desktop** an