Senior Tax Accountant

Location: Frederick, MD or Leesburg, VA

Employment Type: Full-Time | Hybrid Opportunities

About the Opportunity

DeLeon & Stang is a growing CPA and advisory firm committed to providing exceptional client service while creating an environment where our team members can learn, collaborate, and advance their careers.

We are seeking a Senior Tax Accountant with a strong foundation in public accounting who is ready to take the next step in their professional development.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with clients, has experience preparing tax returns and some exposure to reviewing work, and is beginning to take on greater responsibility for guiding junior staff and coordinating engagements.

At D&S, we value individuals who take ownership of their work, communicate proactively, and are eager to continue developing their technical and leadership skills. We offer a collaborative team environment with opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120S, and 1120.
• Manage assigned tax engagements, ensuring accuracy, timely completion, and effective communication.
• Serve as a point of contact for assigned clients, assisting with tax questions, planning, and ongoing service needs.
• Take on increasing review responsibilities and provide guidance to junior staff.
• Assist with delegating work and coordinating engagement deadlines with managers and supervisors.
• Participate in tax planning, projections, and client advisory opportunities.
• Prepare accurate workpapers and maintain organized engagement documentation in accordance with firm procedures.
• Identify potential tax issues, communicate findings, and collaborate with senior team members on solutions.
• Support training, mentoring, and professional development of less experienced staff.
• Develop an understanding of engagement budgets, billing, and overall project efficiency.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3+ years of recent public accounting tax experience, with demonstrated progression in responsibilities.
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Some exposure to reviewing returns or guiding junior staff, or a demonstrated readiness to develop these skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• CPA or EA designation preferred, or actively pursuing certification.
• Experience with UltraTax, SurePrep, Thomson Reuters applications, or QuickBooks is a plus.

Growth and Development

This position offers an opportunity to expand technical expertise, strengthen client relationships, and develop supervisory skills with support from experienced managers and firm leadership.

For someone interested in continued advancement, this role provides a foundation for future opportunities at the Supervisor level.