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Senior Tax & Finance Accountant

Robert Half Finance & Accounting

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New York, NY
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Senior Tax & Finance Accountant will join a well‑established family office in New York, handling tax compliance, financial reporting, foundation accounting, and general accounting duties. The role suits an experienced professional who can manage multiple entity types, support audits, and maintain accurate financial records while contributing to a collaborative team.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tax PreparationFoundation Tax FilingsFinancial ReportingAudit SupportJournal Entry ManagementCommunicationAttention to Detail

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or Related Field5+ Years Relevant Professional ExperienceCPA or Enrolled Agent DesignationPayroll Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

Join is a well-established family office with a long history of community involvement and a stable, collaborative team environment! This organization values discretion, accuracy, sound judgment, and long-term professional relationships.

The Senior Tax & Finance Accountant will join the accounting and tax team in a hands-on role spanning tax compliance, financial reporting, foundation accounting, and general accounting functions. This opportunity is well suited to an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working across multiple entity types and contributing to a close-knit team.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare federal and state tax filings for trusts, individuals, gifts, foundations, corporations, and partnerships.

  • Manage tax extensions, estimated payments, information returns, and related compliance requirements.

  • Support investment accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other day-to-day financial activities.

  • Assist with annual audits and prepare year-end schedules, workpapers, and financial statements.

  • Review general ledger activity, record journal entries, and help maintain accurate financial records.

  • Research and respond to tax notices and accounting, tax, or business-related inquiries.

For immediate consideration please contact Alex.Muzaurieta@roberthalf.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience.

  • Demonstrated experience preparing tax returns and financial statements; public accounting experience is a plus.

  • Strong knowledge of foundation tax filings, particularly Forms 990 and 990-PF, is highly preferred.

  • CPA or Enrolled Agent designation and payroll experience are preferred.

  • Exceptional attention to detail, communication skills, and professional judgment, with a consistent focus on accuracy.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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