Tax Accountant Jobs in New York

Tax Accountant jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in financial services, professional services, real estate, and corporate headquarters operations, with openings at every level from entry-level staff accountant through senior tax manager. The largest hiring metros are New York City, White Plains, and Melville, where firms like Deloitte, PwC, and KPMG maintain major presences alongside large corporate tax departments at companies like JPMorgan Chase and Citigroup. The most in-demand specialties are corporate tax compliance, partnership taxation, and state and local tax advisory. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles52
Top employerEY
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring24
Work type74% On-site
Top industryLaw

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Tax Accountant
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Tax Accountant
Bianchi & Associates LLC
Rochester, New York
Accounting
Audit
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$75k - $105k/yr
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Senior Tax Accountant (Must have 2yrs business tax preparation exp)
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Senior Tax Accountant (Must have 2yrs business tax preparation exp)
BORISMTAX, INC
Rego Park, New York
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Tax
$75k - $90k/yr
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Master's degree in accounting

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Tax & Accounting Professional (Part-Time)
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Tax & Accounting Professional (Part-Time)
Wendy R. Kornfeld CPA, PLLC
Mineola, New York
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$30 - $40/hr
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Staff Accountant 3YRS Tax Return exp req
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Staff Accountant 3YRS Tax Return exp req
albert haft cpa
Island Park, New York
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Compliance & Legal
$66k - $70k/yr
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Accountant with tax prep experience
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Accountant with tax prep experience
Harold J Korcarz CPA
Brooklyn, New York
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
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Tax Accountant Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Flushing
6 jobs
Mineola
3 jobs
Buffalo
2 jobs
Brooklyn
2 jobs
Melville
2 jobs
Rochester
2 jobs
Utica
1 job
Queens
1 job

Tax Accountant Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

EY4 open roles
ZLC2 open roles
UHY LLP2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Law & Legal Services
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in tax accountant jobs across New York.

  • Active CPA license issued or recognized by the New York State Board of Public Accountancy
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Proficiency in tax software such as CCH Axcess, Thomson Reuters OneSource, or GoSystem
  • Working knowledge of federal and New York State corporate and individual tax codes
  • Experience preparing and reviewing federal, state, and local tax returns
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to research multi-state tax issues independently

Tax Accountant Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a tax accountant in New York?

To work as a licensed tax accountant in New York, you must earn a CPA license through the New York State Board of Public Accountancy, which requires a bachelor's degree with specific accounting credits, passing all four sections of the Uniform CPA Exam, and completing the required experience hours under a licensed CPA. Many New York employers also hire unlicensed accounting graduates for staff-level tax roles while candidates pursue licensure.

How much do tax accountants make in New York?

Tax accountants in New York earn a median of about $71,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,010 for the lowest 10% to over $125,070 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire tax accountants in New York?

Employers hiring tax accountants in New York right now include EY, ZLC, and UHY LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's concentration of global financial institutions, Big Four and regional accounting firms, and Fortune 500 headquarters makes it one of the broadest employer markets for tax accountants in the United States.

Which New York cities have the most tax accountant jobs?

The cities with the most tax accountant openings in New York are New York, Flushing, and Mineola. New York City dominates the distribution given its density of financial services firms, corporate headquarters, and large public accounting offices, while suburban hubs like White Plains and Melville serve as regional centers for mid-size firms and corporate tax departments serving the wider metro area.

Are there remote tax accountant jobs in New York?

Yes, and more than most fields, since tax accounting is primarily a desk and analytical role that translates well to remote work. About 26% of tax accountant openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Tax compliance, research, and return preparation work is most commonly offered in remote or hybrid arrangements, while client-facing advisory and team management roles more often require in-office presence.

How can I get hired as a tax accountant in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a staff tax associate or junior accountant role at one of the Big Four or mid-tier firms with New York offices, such as Grant Thornton or BDO, which run structured new-graduate programs with direct tax track placements. Corporate tax departments at large New York employers also hire entry-level accounting graduates as tax analysts. Passing the first sections of the CPA Exam before applying gives candidates a concrete advantage, and internship experience from a New York firm, even one semester, carries significant weight in competitive hiring cycles.

Where can I find and apply to tax accountant jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to tax accountant jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across New York City, the suburbs, and remote roles tied to New York employers. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly from each listing.

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