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Cypress HCM · 1 month ago

Senior Tax Accountant

Cleveland, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $125K/yr

Cypress HCM is a company focused on providing business tax services, and they are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to deliver strategic tax services to closely held businesses and private equity portfolio companies. This role involves preparing and filing tax returns, conducting research, and advising clients on complex tax issues while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Human ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and file federal, state, and local tax returns for closely held businesses and private equity portfolio companies (C-Corps, S-Corps, Partnerships)

Conduct technical tax research and advise on complex issues impacting operations and investments

Identify opportunities for tax efficiencies, process improvements, and risk mitigation

Stay informed on evolving tax laws and best practices to ensure accurate and strategic guidance

Serve as a trusted advisor by delivering proactive solutions aligned with client goals

Communicate complex tax matters clearly and provide actionable recommendations

Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams to drive collaboration and long-term success

Manage timelines and deliverables to ensure a high-quality client experience

Coach and mentor staff to strengthen technical skills and client service capabilities

Oversee workflow, staffing, and engagement planning for timely, accurate work delivery

Share knowledge, provide feedback, and support team development

Foster a collaborative, accountable, and professional environment across engagements

Qualification

CPA licenseTax return preparationBusiness tax structuresTechnical research skillsMicrosoft ExcelTax software proficiencyAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationMentoring skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required; Master's preferred

CPA license required

Experience preparing federal, state, and local tax returns for closely held businesses and/or private equity portfolio companies

Strong understanding of business tax structures, C-Corps, S-Corps, and Partnerships

Excellent technical research, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex tax issues clearly to clients and colleagues

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax software; comfort adopting new technology tools

Preferred

Experience with personal tax compliance (1040s)

Exposure to multi-state tax planning and compliance

Experience mentoring or leading staff

Company

Cypress HCM

Cypress HCM is a staffing and recruiting company providing technology and creative recruiting solutions.

Founded in 2005

Walnut Creek, California, USA

51-200 employees

http://cypresshcm.com

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Mark Lillig

CEO

Philip Oommen

CFO

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