Cimavera Talent is seeking a Tax Senior Associate to join our client's Business Tax Services TeamLocations include: Cleveland, OH / Akron, OH / Youngstown, OH / Pittsburgh, PA / Chicago, IL / Detroit, MI / Buffalo, NYOur client is a well-established and fast-growing public accounting and advisory firm with a strong presence across the Midwest and Northeast. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a skilled Tax Senior Associate to join their Business Tax Services team, working directly with closely held businesses and private equity portfolio companies. This is an excellent opportunity to build meaningful client relationships, sharpen your technical expertise, and grow your career within a collaborative, learning-focused firm that combines the resources of a larger practice with genuine, merit-based advancement.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare, review, and file federal, state, and local tax returns for closely held businesses and private equity portfolio companies (C corporations, S corporations, and partnerships) Research complex and evolving tax issues and provide clear guidance on how they affect client operations and investmentsIdentify opportunities to improve tax efficiency and support process improvements across client engagementsServe as a trusted point of contact for clients, communicating technical tax matters in clear, actionable termsBuild strong client and internal relationships that support long-term engagementsMentor and support staff-level team members, contributing to a collaborative, learning-focused team cultureREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Accounting or a related fieldCPA license or progress toward CPA strongly preferredExperience preparing federal, state, and local tax returns for closely held businesses and/or private equity portfolio companiesStrong understanding of C corporation, S corporation, and partnership tax structuresProficiency with Excel and tax software, with comfort adopting new technology toolsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience with individual (1040) tax complianceExposure to multi-state tax planning and complianceExperience mentoring or supporting junior staffBENEFITSGenuine, merit-based path for career growth toward manager and beyondHybrid work model across multiple firm locationsEstimated base salary range of $70,000-$120,000, based on experience, qualifications, and locationComprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with employer matchOngoing professional development opportunities, including support for CPA licensureApply today to learn more!
