Yes—within your firm’s policies, they prepare complex 1040s with multiple K‑1s, 1065, and 1120S/1120
with minimal review notes.
Increase throughput and reduce review notes. Your Senior Tax Accountant handles preparation for complexreturns and supports reviews and notices.
Revaya sources and vets the right fit (<2%acceptance). You select the hire; we handle HR, payroll, compliance, and proactive check‑ins.
Average Senior U.S. Tax Accountant
Revaya Full-Time Senior Tax Accountant
*Includes HR/payroll, QA, backup coverage, security.
Complex Preparation: prepare 1040 with K‑1s, 1065, 1120S/1120, and basic trust/estate returnswithin firm guidelines.
Workpapers & Schedules: build reconciled workpapers; depreciation and amortization schedules;state apportionment; book‑to‑tax adjustments; basis tracking.
E‑file & Notices: assemble e‑file packages, manage acknowledgments, draft IRS/state noticeresponses with citations for reviewer sign‑off.
Client Coordination: maintain PBC lists, request missing docs, and communicate status updatesprofessionally.
Quality & Efficiency: apply standardized checklists, macros, and naming conventions; proposeprocess improvements to reduce review notes.
Collaboration: support Tax Managers/Partners in reviews, research, and multi‑state scenarios;mentor junior preparers where needed.
Your tax prep workflows stay the same—our Senior Tax Accountants work directly inside your accounting, tax, and collaboration tools.
Tax Software: ProSeries, Lacerte, Drake, UltraTax
Accounting Exports: QuickBooks, Xero
File Management: SmartVault, ShareFile
Spreadsheets & Schedules: Excel, Google Sheets
Collaboration & Workflow: Slack, Zoom, Asana, ClickUp
Within weeks, expect smoother prep cycles and fewer last-minute scrambles. Senior Tax Accountants add discipline to workpapers, consistency to e-files, and clarity to client communications.
Higher first-pass quality — stronger workpapers and reconciliations mean fewer review cycles and faster sign-offs.
Faster prep — organized schedules, depreciation tracking, and basis work reduce bottlenecks during busy season.
Cleaner e-files — accurate assemblies, attachments, and acknowledgments improve compliance and reduce rejections.
Better client comms — clear requests, timely follow-ups, and professional updates keep clients informed and reduce back-and-forth.
Identify the Scope
Specify your return mix (1040, 1065, 1120S/1120, trusts), state exposure, tax suite, and busy-season volume.Source the Right Fit
Revaya will present Senior Tax Accountants experienced in complex prep, multi-state workpapers, and notice drafting.Scenario-Based Interviews
During interviews, we explore cases like K-1 mismatches, late elections, and state apportionment to evaluate technical depth and communication.Set Clear Expectations
Define turnaround times, review cycles, and workpaper standards to shorten time to value.
FAQ
Can a Senior U.S. Tax Accountant handle complex individual and business returns independently?
Yes—within your firm’s policies, they prepare complex 1040s with multiple K‑1s, 1065, and 1120S/1120
with minimal review notes.
How do you reduce review cycles and rework?
Standardized checklists, naming conventions, and reconciled workpapers lead to cleaner first‑pass files
and faster reviewer sign‑offs.
Will they coordinate with clients about missing information?
They manage PBC lists, send professional follow‑ups, and document open items to reduce delays and
resubmissions.
Can they draft responses to IRS or state notices?
Yes—they draft clear responses with references for partner review and signature, improving speed to resolution.
What tools do they use day‑to‑day?
Your tax suite (ProSeries/Lacerte/Drake/UltraTax), SmartVault/ShareFile, and bookkeeping exports from QuickBooks/Xero, plus Excel/Sheets for schedules.
How quickly can I see candidates and go live?
Typically 2–3 profiles within 5–7 business days post‑intake; you interview and select; Revaya completes HR, payroll, and compliance.
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