Senior Tax Accountant

Company: Novinger, Ball & Zivi
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: Competitive Since 1977 Novinger, Ball, & Zivi has been serving the Greater Knoxville Area and beyond with accounting, tax consulting, and wealth management services. At NBZ we strive to be long-term strategic partners, helping our clients navigate complex financial challenges and opportunities. We serve many industries, including medical practices, high net worth individuals and their families, all professional services, real estate, construction, restaurant and entertainment industries. We are a unique firm with long-term clients and a seasoned staff made up of partners, managers, tax accountants, and licensed financial planners. We are looking for a full-time Senior Accountant to join our team. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field Active CPA License Preferred Minimum 2 years of public accounting work experience in a tax environment. COMPETENCIES & SKILLS: Strong analytical and problem solving skills Ability to function independently as well as collaborate in a team environment Ability to effectively communicate in person and virtually Proficiency with spreadsheet applications (Excel) and other MS Office applications Detail-oriented and organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines QuickBooks and Ultra Tax experience a plus ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in tax planning and business advisory services Conduct tax research. Coordinate and analyze a variety of financial data, then report it in a way that is useful and understandable Accurately prepare Federal, State, and Local tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships Assist with the preparation and coordinate the remittance of quarterly estimated tax payments and final tax payments at the Federal, State, and local levels Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position Assist with ad-hoc projects and transactions as assigned Note this list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. BENEFITS: Work-Life balance is important to our culture. We can offer flexible schedules and have many opportunities for working from home. Novinger Ball & Zivi, PC also offers competitive salaries and a strong benefit package, which includes: 100% of Employees Health Insurance Premiums are covered. Voluntary Dental & Vision Group & Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Disability Insurance Dependent Care Flex Spending account Voluntary Ancillary Critical Care, Hospital, & Accident Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Investment 401(k) plan Paid Vacation, Holidays, and NO-Friday Summers Performance Compensation Paid CPE

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