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Sr. Tax Accountant | $80K-$100K DOE

CompanyPurple Cow Recruiting
LocationWaverly
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 14, 2026
About The Company
Purple Cow Recruiting is a global talent acquisition firm that connects top-tier professionals with leading organizations across industries, including the United States federal government. We specialize in recruiting for healthcare and technical roles, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, including all back end support. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring compliance with key industry standards such as Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, and FedRAMP, while delivering exceptional candidates. Technical, Healthcare, and Commercial Expertise : -Deployment of FTEs: Capability to deploy fully credentialed professionals across technical, healthcare, and commercial roles. -Telehealth and Remote IT Solutions: Proficient in remote support for both healthcare and technical operations. -Commercial Expertise: Strong track record in placing candidates in corporate roles, including finance, marketing, and engineering. Compliance and Quality Assurance: -Adherence to federal standards (e.g., Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP) and industry best practices for commercial sectors. -Quality Control Plan (QCP) includes regular audits, performance reviews, and compliance checks. Past Performance: Successfully delivered staffing solutions for DoD contracts, healthcare institutions, and leading commercial enterprises. Our performance consistently meets or exceeds client expectations in both public and private sectors. Key Personnel: -Fiona Rintoul, CEO: Oversees strategic direction and operational alignment. -Chelsea Drinkard, VP of Recruiting: Manages recruitment across federal, healthcare, technical, and commercial sectors. Purple Cow Recruiting ensures high-quality staffing solutions, aligning with both public and private sector objectives to support mission-critical operations and commercial growth.
About the Role

Description

Sr. Tax Accountant | $80K-$100K DOE
Waverly, IA | Full-Time | Hybrid - Minimum 3 Days In-Office
Public Accounting | Tax Services

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: View Elizabeth's LinkedIn

Prefer a confidential conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Sr. Tax Accountant for a full-time hybrid opportunity in Waverly, Iowa. This position is designed for an experienced public accounting professional with a strong background in complex corporate, partnership and individual taxation who is looking for long-term career growth and the opportunity to pursue firm ownership.

The Sr. Tax Accountant will provide tax planning and preparation for a diverse client base while serving as a trusted advisor on complex tax matters. The role also includes technical research, compliance oversight and guidance of junior accounting staff as needed.

COMPENSATION
• $80,000-$100,000 DOE

HYBRID SCHEDULE
• Minimum 3 days per week in the Waverly office

TAX PREPARATION & PLANNING
• Lead the preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns
• Prepare and review individual tax returns
• Prepare and review C-Corporation tax returns
• Prepare and review S-Corporation tax returns
• Prepare and review Partnership tax returns
• Provide sophisticated tax planning for a diverse client base

COMPLIANCE & TECHNICAL RESEARCH
• Ensure filings comply with current IRS and Iowa state tax laws
• Stay current with changing tax legislation
• Provide proactive tax guidance to clients
• Conduct in-depth research on complex tax issues
• Support client strategies and assist with IRS or state-level inquiries

CLIENT ADVISORY
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients
• Provide comprehensive financial solutions based on clients' personal and professional circumstances
• Support client retention and the development of new financial solutions

MENTORSHIP
• Provide guidance to junior accounting staff as needed
• Provide technical review to support accuracy and professional development

CAREER GROWTH
• Opportunity to pursue firm ownership for high-performing senior professionals

BENEFITS
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company contributes $425 per month toward employee medical benefits
• Company-paid life insurance
• Maternity and fraternity leave policies
• Firm-sponsored retirement planning options
• Firm ownership opportunity for high-performing senior professionals

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience specifically involving corporate, partnership and individual taxation REQUIRED
• Local candidate residing in or willing to commute to Waverly, IA REQUIRED
• Ability to work in the Waverly office at least 3 days per week REQUIRED
• Experience with standard tax preparation and accounting software such as UltraTax, CCH or similar REQUIRED
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident work authorization REQUIRED

PREFERRED
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent)
• Desire to pursue firm ownership opportunities within a growing regional practice
• Familiarity with the financial needs of businesses and individuals along the US 20 corridor

Not ready to formally apply? That's completely fine. Many experienced accounting professionals prefer a confidential conversation first.
Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Key Skills
Tax planningTax preparationCorporate taxationPartnership taxationIndividual taxationTechnical researchCompliance oversightFinancial advisoryMentorshipUltraTaxCCHFederal tax lawState tax lawClient retention
Categories
Finance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipConsulting
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceMaternity leavePaternity leaveRetirement planning
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Sr. Tax Accountant will lead the preparation and review of complex federal and state tax returns while providing sophisticated tax planning for a diverse client base. Additionally, the role involves conducting technical research, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and providing mentorship to junior accounting staff.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$80,000 - $100,000
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
13
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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