Senior Accountant- Tax

About the Role

Columbia, SC- with Hybrid Options Why Join Moore, Beauston & Woodham? At MBW, technical excellence and a people-first culture go hand-in-hand. Built on a 30+ year legacy of “Knowledge in Numbers®”, we provide the resources of a premier CPA firm alongside the heart of a supportive, close-knit community. 7-Time Top Workplace Winner: Recognized for 7 consecutive years because we actively protect work-life balance and invest in our team's long-term growth.Modern & Tech-Forward: We leverage AI-driven tools, advanced automation, and streamlined workflows so you can focus on high-value advisory rather than manual processing.Culture That Recharges: Enjoy Summer Fridays off, firm-wide wellness step challenges, high-energy MBW Bingo & Monthly Firm Events, and regular team-building events across our offices.

Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance & Review: Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, and pass-through entity tax returns with a high degree of accuracy and compliance with firm and regulatory standards.
• Tax Research & Analysis: Conduct research and analysis on a wide range of federal and state tax issues related to business transactions, entity structures, and client-specific matters.
• Strategic Tax Planning: Assist clients with proactive tax planning strategies and prepare tax projections designed to support long-term financial goals and operational efficiency.
• Client Advisory Support: Partner with clients to provide responsive guidance and practical solutions regarding tax matters, compliance requirements, and planning opportunities.
• Engagement Execution: Perform and manage tax engagements requiring detailed analysis across multiple entity types while ensuring timely completion and quality deliverables.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with managers and partners to support engagement workflow, client service initiatives, and overall team success.
• Technical Development: Maintain current knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and industry trends to support high-quality client service and continuous professional growth.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients through effective communication, reliability, and a service-oriented approach.
• Process & Technology Utilization: Utilize firm software and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and engagement workflow processes.
• Peak Season Adaptability: Successfully manage multiple priorities and deadlines during high-volume periods while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation preferred.
• Certification: Active CPA license required.
• Experience: 2–3+ years of public accounting experience in taxation, including experience with the responsibilities outlined for this role.

Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge: Well-rounded understanding of accounting principles, tax compliance, and tax planning concepts across multiple entity types.
• Communication Skills: Professional with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build effective client relationships.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational, delegation, and time-management abilities with strong attention to detail.