Staff Tax Accountant

Why Work Here

Why Choose to Work with Us

At SMG ABA LLC, we take pride in being more than just an accounting firm. We foster a unique team spirit that sets us apart from our competitors. Guided by a set of core values, we have established ourselves as a seven-time Inc. 5000 company, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to success and continuous growth. With headquarters in Islandia, New York, and additional offices in New York City and St. Petersburg, Florida, we offer a dynamic and vibrant work environment.

As part of the SMG ABA team, you will be surrounded by individuals who value hard work, encourage personal and professional growth, and celebrate achievements together. We recognize the importance of each team member's contributions and provide a supportive atmosphere where your efforts are acknowledged and rewarded when we reach our goals.

What You’ll Own

As a Staff Tax Accountant, you’ll help clients stay compliant while uncovering smart planning opportunities. This role exists to deliver accurate, on-time tax work and clear guidance that strengthens long-term client relationships.

Key responsibilities:
- Prepare corporate, partnership, and individual tax returns with a high standard of accuracy
- Support tax planning and targeted research to reduce liabilities where appropriate
- Coordinate with clients to obtain documentation, answer questions, and explain tax items clearly
- Monitor tax law updates and apply changes to filings and planning approaches
- Assist with notices and other tax authority inquiries
- Help refine tax workflows to improve consistency, quality, and efficiency

Required qualifications/skills:
- 2+ years in public accounting tax preparation and planning
- Intermediate knowledge of corporate/partnership/individual tax rules
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance (CPA a plus)
- Proficiency with tax software (UltraTax/Lacerte, CCH Axcess), accounting systems, and advanced Excel
- Strong analysis, communication, and deadline management

Apply today to be considered.

A Typical Day

You’ll start your morning prioritizing deadlines and mapping out the day’s deliverables, then shift between focused return work and quick check-ins to keep open items moving. Expect blocks of uninterrupted time for technical review and research, balanced with client touchpoints to clarify documents and walk through questions in plain language.

You’ll collaborate closely with senior team members to confirm positions and keep workpapers clean and audit-ready, using your tax and accounting systems to stay organized. During peak tax season, the pace increases and hours extend to meet firm commitments; in the summer, the schedule lightens with half-day Fridays. Throughout the day, you’ll track progress, adjust for new information, and wrap up by teeing up next steps for tomorrow.

Benefits Snapshot

- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Competitive salary ($65,000–$85,000 per year)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid meals
- Snack/Drink room