Tax Senior Associate

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Tax Senior Associate ready to elevate their career while making a meaningful impact at WebsterRogers, a leading tax and advisory practice in South Carolina. This position is available in our Charleston, Florence, or Bluffton office and offers an exciting opportunity for a tax professional to take on more ownership, deepen client relationships, and build toward a leadership track within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Apply tax knowledge to intermediate-level flow-through returns and complex individual returns.
• Apply strong analytical skills to business transactions.
• Perform reviews of individual and business tax returns while providing guidance to junior team members and interns.
• Research tax issues to identify options that align with client goals.
• Resolve open items and issues on assigned engagements.
• Manage engagement budgets and individual productivity; proactively identify efficiencies.
• Effectively manage and prioritize concurrent assignments through to completion.
• Guide and develop staff throughout engagements, offering timely, honest, and constructive feedback to support their growth.
• Serve as a buddy and role model through active participation in firm committees and events.
• Contribute new ideas that improve outcomes for clients, the firm, and colleagues.
• Perform other duties within the scope of practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; MS/MAcc preferred.
• CPA license or eligible to sit for the CPA exam.
• 2+ years of relevant tax experience, including partnerships; Real Estate/Construction experience is a plus but not required.
• Basic supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with tax research databases and tax compliance software.

Skills

• Strong analytical, research, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and know when to escalate issues.
• Comfortable delegating, training others, and collaborating in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance bonus eligibility.
• Flexible work options and “dress for your day” policy.
• 401(k) match, parental leave, and comprehensive benefits.
• 3 weeks of PTO to start, plus paid holidays and a July 4th week office closure.
• Funded professional development and leadership mentorship.
• Team retreats, diverse engagements, and community involvement.
• Direct access to firm leadership.

The opportunity to grow and shape the future of WebsterRogers.