We are looking for someone who will:

• Oversee the preparation and review of tax returns ranging from simple to complex for individuals, corporations, partnerships, businesses, and estates.
• Provide tax insights, conduct in-depth research, and prepare memos on complex tax issues to support client and firm needs.
• Act as a mentor with their teammates, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Tax Accountant who is primarily responsible for reviewing tax returns and developing staff through mentoring and technical guidance. The Senior Tax Reviewer plays a key role in ensuring high-quality tax compliance and maintaining the firm’s standards while fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. This position focuses on technical excellence, coaching, and collaboration rather than formal staff supervision responsibilities.

Examples of the duties

• Review individual, corporate, partnership, business, and estate tax returns prepared by staff
• Oversee the preparation and review of returns ranging from simple to complex to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Prepare complex individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns as needed
• Research tax issues and prepare technical position memos
• Maintain current knowledge of tax law changes, accounting procedures, and emerging tax issues
• Provide tax insights and guidance on complex scenarios to support client service and firm needs
• Serve as a technical resource for staff by answering questions related to tax, processes, and professional development
• Actively mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth
• Guide staff through both simple and complex tax scenarios to build technical competency
• Assist in training initiatives, including presentations and internal briefings
• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring tax quality control policies and procedures
• Support consistent application of firm standards in tax return preparation and review
• Facilitate communication of new tax developments and internal best practices
• Contribute to delivering high-quality tax services and planning support
• Build and maintain strong client and internal relationships
• Participate in business development activities and relationship-building efforts

Qualifications & Characteristics

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• CPA or EA (preferred or required depending on candidate; or actively pursuing credential)
• 3–5 years of tax experience, including at least 1–2 years of tax return review experience
• Strong technical tax knowledge, with depth in one or more industries
• Excellent research and technical writing skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, teach, and develop others
• Ability to think critically and problem-solve in complex or time-sensitive situations
• Leadership presence, with a focus on influence and guidance rather than direct supervision

Other things we think you should know about the position

• This role emphasizes review, technical expertise, and mentoring, and does not require direct supervision of staff
• Open to remote candidates, with preference for those located in the Midwest for periodic in-person collaboration
• Standard working hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST

Who We Are
At Christianson, we’re more than just your local accounting and consulting firm. We’re dedicated to getting to know our clients on a deeper level so that we can not only serve their needs today, but also anticipate future needs and design custom solutions to ensure their success. We create clients for life.

Christianson, PLLP, a locally and nationally respected CPA and consulting firm, provides traditional services such as accounting services, auditing, tax, and estate planning to large and small clients across a variety of industries, from agribusiness and manufacturing to biofuels and health care.

Here’s why we think you should work here!
With our varied client base, Christianson provides a challenging and fast-paced work environment with a wide range of opportunities for our employees. There is boundless potential for advancement and further education. We’re proud to be a community-oriented firm and we value staff who understand the importance of giving back to the communities we serve and live in. We are professional, we work hard, but we also like to have fun. We enjoy time together in and out of work with planned socials, contests, and other events.

We Want to See You Succeed
Our firm’s purpose is to Help People Succeed, whether it be our client, our co-workers, or our communities. At Christianson, we take a special interest in pursuing people who have the capacity and desire to help people succeed.

At Christianson, the fuel that drives our best work is collaboration. We’re not just about careers – we’re about opportunities for well-rounded individuals. We strive to give each employee room to grow, as a professional and as a person.

Our experience, expertise, and skills are enriched by the varied landscape of people on our teams and in our communities. We’re dedicated to ensuring everyone at Christianson feels that they belong, that their ideas will be heard and respected, and that their unique perspective is appreciated and honored. Keeping our teammates involved and supported isn’t a one-time act – it’s an ongoing commitment!

Some of the ways we empower our staff include continuing education opportunities; internal councils and committees to drive our wellness, engagement, and DEI efforts; and our annual onsite all-staff retreat we call “Camp Christianson”.

Perks of working at Christianson

• Personal Time Off
• Holidays
• Flexible Schedule to help with Work/Life Balance
• Health care coverage
• Dental
• Aflac
• Life, Disability, and AD & D Insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Continuing education support, including the cost of training and annual licensing
• CPA exam support
• Employee and Business Development referral programs​​​​​​​

Disclaimer: This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

In addition to competitive salaries, we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support our team members. These benefits go beyond financial compensation, reflecting our commitment to our employees' well-being, balance, and personal growth. Some additional benefits include: 401(k) contributions, Health & Wellness support, Flexibility, Professional Development, and Seasonal Time-off. Salary range: $70,000.00 - $104,000.00.