Senior Tax Associate

Tax Senior Associate

Location: Tampa, Florida

Work Model: Hybrid / On-Site

Overview

A growing public accounting platform is seeking a Tax Senior Associate to join its Tampa office as the firm continues to expand through a recent strategic combination with Teeling & Co. This integration strengthens technical capabilities, expands client service offerings, and creates additional long-term career development opportunities within the practice.

This role is designed for a tax professional with 2–6 years of public accounting experience who is ready to take on increased responsibility in both compliance and client-facing work. You will support a diverse portfolio of individuals, partnerships, S-Corporations, and other closely held entities while building technical expertise and developing into a future leadership track within a collaborative, people-first environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a broad range of tax returns including individuals, partnerships, S-Corporations, and other business entities
• Assist with preparation of financial statement reviews
• Conduct tax research to resolve basic to intermediate-level client issues
• Support client engagements with a focus on accuracy, responsiveness, and service quality
• Build strong internal relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Deliver a high-touch client experience through proactive communication and execution
• Assist in mentoring and developing interns and junior staff
• Contribute to firm initiatives and community involvement efforts
• Support client success through timely and accurate completion of deliverables

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of relevant tax experience in public accounting or industry
• CPA license preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong experience with individual and entity tax compliance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
• Team-oriented mindset with interest in mentoring others
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• High integrity and professional standards

What This Role Offers

• Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding regional tax practice
• Exposure to a broad mix of entity types and complex client work
• Strong mentorship and structured technical development
• Clear progression path toward Tax Senior and leadership roles
• Collaborative, people-first culture focused on development and support
• Flexible work arrangements and strong work-life balance emphasis
• Comprehensive benefits supporting wellness and professional growth
• Opportunity to gain early leadership and mentoring experience

Locations / Work Model

Tampa, Florida

Hybrid / On-site flexibility based on team and client needs

Spartan Placements is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.