Tax Senior Jobs in New York

Tax Senior jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in public accounting, financial services, real estate, and private equity across one of the world's deepest corporate tax markets, with openings at every level from newly promoted senior to principal-track. Most hiring is centered in New York City, White Plains, and Melville, where firms like Deloitte, KPMG, and EY maintain large New York offices and recruit continuously. The most in-demand specialties are partnership taxation, state and local tax, and international tax compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles103+
Top employerCohnReznick
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring24
Work type65% Hybrid
Top industryAccounting

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CohnReznick
Temporary Tax Senior Associate
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CohnReznick
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Temporary Tax Senior Associate
CohnReznick
New York, New York
Business Operations
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$85k - $140k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in accounting
1,001-5,000

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Baker Tilly Canada
International Tax Senior Manager- Entity Focused
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Baker Tilly Canada
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International Tax Senior Manager- Entity Focused
Baker Tilly Canada
New York, New York
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$147k - $278k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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EisnerAmper
Senior Tax Manager - State and Local Tax (SALT) - Hybrid
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EisnerAmper
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Senior Tax Manager - State and Local Tax (SALT) - Hybrid
EisnerAmper
New York, New York
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Tax
$150k - $250k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in accounting
1,001-5,000

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BORISMTAX, INC
Senior Tax Accountant (Must have 2yrs business tax preparation exp)
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BORISMTAX, INC
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Senior Tax Accountant (Must have 2yrs business tax preparation exp)
BORISMTAX, INC
Queens, New York
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$75k - $90k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in accounting

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Baker Tilly Canada
Tax Senior Associate
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Baker Tilly Canada
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Tax Senior Associate
Baker Tilly Canada
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Consulting & Professional Services
Tax
$81k - $154k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Tax Senior Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jericho
3 jobs
Buffalo
2 jobs
Melville
2 jobs
Stamford
2 jobs
Rochester
2 jobs
Queens
1 job
Brooklyn
1 job
Flushing
1 job

Tax Senior Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

  • CohnReznick
    CohnReznick11
  • EY
    EY9
  • BDO
    BDO7
  • Baker Tilly Canada
    Baker Tilly Canada4
  • Deloitte
    Deloitte3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing18
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Investment & Asset Management3
  • Retail1
  • Insurance1

What New York Employers Look For

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

  • Active CPA license issued or recognized by the New York State Education Department required
  • Three to five years of public accounting or corporate tax experience in a relevant industry
  • Demonstrated proficiency in preparing and reviewing federal and New York State corporate returns
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
  • Experience with tax research tools such as Thomson Reuters Checkpoint or Bloomberg Tax
  • Strong knowledge of ASC 740 income tax accounting and financial statement reporting

Tax Senior Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a tax senior in New York?

Becoming a tax senior in New York starts with earning a CPA license through the New York State Education Department, which oversees licensure via the New York State Board of Public Accountancy. Candidates must pass the Uniform CPA Exam and meet New York's education and experience requirements. Most firms expect a bachelor's degree in accounting plus several years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or a corporate tax department before promoting or hiring at the senior level.

How much do tax seniors make in New York?

Tax seniors in New York earn a median of about $102,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,700 for the lowest 10% to over $171,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire tax seniors in New York?

Employers hiring tax seniors in New York right now include CohnReznick, EY, and BDO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's density of global financial institutions, Big Four offices, and large regional firms means hiring is sustained year-round rather than seasonal.

Which New York cities have the most tax senior jobs?

New York, Jericho, and Buffalo have the most tax senior openings in New York. New York City dominates by volume given its concentration of Big Four offices, hedge funds, and multinational headquarters, while White Plains and Melville reflect the strong regional firm presence and corporate tax departments anchored in the New York metro suburbs.

Are there remote tax senior jobs in New York?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 76% of tax senior openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how well tax compliance and research work translates to desk-based environments. Tax return review, research, and ASC 740 work are the functions most commonly offered on a remote or hybrid basis, while client-facing advisory roles tend to require more in-office time.

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

The most realistic entry path is joining a Big Four or large regional firm in New York as a tax associate or staff accountant, then building toward a senior promotion from within. Firms like Deloitte, EY, and Grant Thornton run structured associate programs in their New York offices that recruit new graduates. Sitting for the CPA exam early and developing proficiency in New York State and City tax returns gives candidates a meaningful edge when competing for that first tax role.

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

You can find and apply to tax senior jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialty, and apply directly to each one.

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