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Senior Tax Accountant

Food Management Search

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Phoenix, AZ · Posted November 11, 2026

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About the job

As a Senior Tax Analyst, you will be responsible for preparing tax compliance calculations and tax filings, responding to tax notices, and preparing month-end tax journal entries. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, highly communicative, and coachable. CPA or CPA candidate is preferred for this role, and a minimum of 3 – 5 years of tax experience in a public accounting or corporate environment is preferred. This person will be joining a growing team of tax accounting professionals who support a rapidly expanding company in Central Phoenix. Salary for this role is $85,000 – $100,000 plus bonus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions and relevant tax disclosures for the company’s financial statements in accordance with ASC740

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of federal and state tax compliance calculations and tax filings

Monitor and respond to tax notices in a timely manner including federal and state audits

Prepare month-end tax journal entries and perform account reconciliations

Assist with the design, implementation, and maintenance of tax processes and controls

Assist with tax planning, due diligence, and business acquisitions as needed

Calculate, research, and provide information requested by management and external parties

QUALIFICIATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Masters of Tax is a plus

Minimum of 3 – 5 years of tax experience in public accounting or corporate environment

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA candidate highly preferred.

Highly organized, driven, and coachable mindset

Detail oriented and analytical

Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership

Strong state and local tax knowledge is preferred

Experience with manufacturing, retail, insurance or mortgage industries is a plus

Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Blackline, FAS, etc.