[Hiring] Tax Senior @Orbiss

Role Description

The Senior is responsible for managing client engagements end-to-end while mentoring associates and contributing to team success. This role requires a higher level of technical expertise, leadership, and client management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage client engagements, including planning, execution, and review phases, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Delegate tasks effectively to team members and monitor progress to meet quality standards.
• Train and mentor associates, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., audit, consulting) to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Apply technical expertise to resolve complex issues and contribute to the firm’s business development activities.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to enhance client service and internal processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• CPA or EA certification (or actively pursuing it).

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in tax, including significant hands-on experience in US individual income taxation, is required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end client engagements and supervise junior team members.

Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and tools (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, and workflow automation platforms).
• Experience in coordinating across multiple departments for integrated client solutions.

Soft Skills

• Trust & Discretion: You handle sensitive client information with integrity, confidentiality, and reliability.
• Client Communication: You explain complex tax matters clearly, communicate proactively, and push back when needed.
• Relationship Skills: You build strong relationships with demanding international clients and their advisors.
• Precision & Perspective: You combine sharp attention to detail with a view of the client's overall situation.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and find creative, practical solutions.
• Organization: You manage multiple clients and deadlines efficiently and calmly.
• Fluency in both English and French is required (written and spoken).

Benefits

• 🏥 Health insurance 100% covered, with HSA & FSA options
• 💰 401(k) with 100% match up to 6% — starting after 3 months
• 🌴 Unlimited PTO (with a real minimum of 2 weeks — we mean it)
• 🌍 Flexible remote policy — work from our offices (NYC, Austin, Miami, Atlanta) or anywhere in the US
• ☕ Office perks: breakfast, afternoon snacks, and Thursday Happy Hours
• ✈️ Up to 8 weeks/year working from abroad, because we know what it means to be international