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

Senior Tax Reviewer at Christianson PLLP