Tax Senior Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Tax Senior roles in public accounting and corporate tax sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory, requiring a directly related bachelor's degree and employer-filed LCA. Big Four firms, regional CPA firms, and multinational corporations regularly sponsor candidates through H-1B, TN visa, and EB-2 or EB-3 green card pathways. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Client is a well-established and growing CPA firm in Century City, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Preparer. We offer an above-market compensation package, including a 401K plan, excellent health coverage, modern and bright offices, a collegial family environment, and a team-based approach to client service.
Role and Responsibilities
As a Senior Tax Preparer, you will:
- Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and business entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable tax laws.
- Manage tax documents, financial data, and multiple engagements to meet filing deadlines.
- Prepare and review quarterly estimated tax calculations and support tax projections and year-end tax planning.
- Research client tax issues, analyze alternatives, and support responses to IRS and state tax notices and audits.
- Communicate proactively with clients and internal teams to resolve tax questions and obtain missing information.
- Assist with supervising and developing junior staff and interns.
Qualifications
Experience: 3-7+ years of tax preparation experience. Public accounting experience preparing and reviewing individual, partnership, corporate, and multistate returns is strongly preferred.
Licenses: CPA, EA, or active progress toward certification preferred. An active CPA license is highly valued for candidates expected to review returns and handle complex tax matters.
Education: Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Accounting. A Master of Business Taxation, Master of Taxation, or comparable advanced tax degree is a plus.
Work Experience: Experience with tax compliance, quarterly estimates, tax research, year-end planning, domestic and foreign operations, and clients in industries such as real estate, entertainment, retail, and high-net-worth/private client services.
Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and client-facing communication abilities.
Systems: Proficiency with Excel and tax/accounting systems such as Lacerte, Go System, ProSystem/CCH, QuickBooks, CFS, Engagement, RIA, and Adobe or comparable platforms.
Availability: Must work in-office full time at our Century City location; no remote or hybrid options available.
Benefits
- Health: Industry-leading medical, dental, vision, and FSA plans.
- Retirement: 401K with generous matching contributions.
- Environment: Bright, modern offices in a collegial family environment.
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with experience, ranging from $150,000 to $180,000.
Additionally, the package includes a sign-on bonus, an annual performance-based bonus, and the opportunity for revenue participation associated with new business.
Pay: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- How many years of public accounting tax preparation experience do you have?
- Which tax returns have you independently prepared and reviewed (1040, 1065, 1120, 1120-S, and 1041)?
- Do you have experience handling high-net-worth individuals, trusts, partnerships, and multistate returns?
- Are you experienced with quarterly estimates, tax projections, and year-end tax planning?
- Have you handled IRS audits, tax notices, and complex tax research?
- Are you a CPA, EA, or currently pursuing certification?
- Which tax software have you used, particularly Lacerte, GoSystem, or ProSystem/CCH?
- Are you comfortable working fully onsite in Century City, CA, with compensation in the $150K–$180K range?
LOCATION
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
Client is a well-established and growing CPA firm in Century City, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Preparer. We offer an above-market compensation package, including a 401K plan, excellent health coverage, modern and bright offices, a collegial family environment, and a team-based approach to client service.
Role and Responsibilities
As a Senior Tax Preparer, you will:
- Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and business entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable tax laws.
- Manage tax documents, financial data, and multiple engagements to meet filing deadlines.
- Prepare and review quarterly estimated tax calculations and support tax projections and year-end tax planning.
- Research client tax issues, analyze alternatives, and support responses to IRS and state tax notices and audits.
- Communicate proactively with clients and internal teams to resolve tax questions and obtain missing information.
- Assist with supervising and developing junior staff and interns.
Qualifications
Experience: 3-7+ years of tax preparation experience. Public accounting experience preparing and reviewing individual, partnership, corporate, and multistate returns is strongly preferred.
Licenses: CPA, EA, or active progress toward certification preferred. An active CPA license is highly valued for candidates expected to review returns and handle complex tax matters.
Education: Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Accounting. A Master of Business Taxation, Master of Taxation, or comparable advanced tax degree is a plus.
Work Experience: Experience with tax compliance, quarterly estimates, tax research, year-end planning, domestic and foreign operations, and clients in industries such as real estate, entertainment, retail, and high-net-worth/private client services.
Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and client-facing communication abilities.
Systems: Proficiency with Excel and tax/accounting systems such as Lacerte, Go System, ProSystem/CCH, QuickBooks, CFS, Engagement, RIA, and Adobe or comparable platforms.
Availability: Must work in-office full time at our Century City location; no remote or hybrid options available.
Benefits
- Health: Industry-leading medical, dental, vision, and FSA plans.
- Retirement: 401K with generous matching contributions.
- Environment: Bright, modern offices in a collegial family environment.
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with experience, ranging from $150,000 to $180,000.
Additionally, the package includes a sign-on bonus, an annual performance-based bonus, and the opportunity for revenue participation associated with new business.
Pay: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- How many years of public accounting tax preparation experience do you have?
- Which tax returns have you independently prepared and reviewed (1040, 1065, 1120, 1120-S, and 1041)?
- Do you have experience handling high-net-worth individuals, trusts, partnerships, and multistate returns?
- Are you experienced with quarterly estimates, tax projections, and year-end tax planning?
- Have you handled IRS audits, tax notices, and complex tax research?
- Are you a CPA, EA, or currently pursuing certification?
- Which tax software have you used, particularly Lacerte, GoSystem, or ProSystem/CCH?
- Are you comfortable working fully onsite in Century City, CA, with compensation in the $150K–$180K range?
LOCATION
Work Location: In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Tax Senior Jobs
Verify your CPA credential transfers correctly
Foreign accounting credentials don't automatically satisfy U.S. CPA requirements. Run a credential evaluation through a NACES-approved evaluator before interviews, so employers see a U.S.-equivalent designation rather than an unexplained foreign qualification that stalls the offer process.
Target firms with active LCA filing histories
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Tax Senior LCA certifications by employer. Firms that filed consistently across multiple years are structurally set up to sponsor, reducing the risk of an employer who agrees in principle but lacks a process.
Distinguish TN eligibility before accepting offers
Canadian and Mexican nationals can qualify for TN status as accountants under USMCA, skipping the H-1B cap entirely. Confirm your offer letter specifies the accounting duties that satisfy the TN profession list, since a vague job description can cause a port-of-entry denial.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Tax Senior roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed LCA sponsorship history for this specific title, so you're applying to firms that have already committed to the filing process rather than those open to it in theory.
Align your offered wage to the correct prevailing-wage level
H-1B LCAs for Tax Senior roles must meet DOL prevailing wage at Level II or Level III depending on supervision and complexity. Ask your employer which wage level they're filing at before you negotiate, since a Level I filing for a senior role invites USCIS scrutiny.
Front-load PERM preparation if a green card is on the table
EB-2 and EB-3 PERM labor certifications for Tax Seniors can take 18 to 24 months before an I-140 is even filed. Ask during the offer stage whether the firm starts PERM concurrently with the H-1B, not after your first extension, to avoid unnecessary waits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tax Senior role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Tax Senior positions require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation standard. The role's direct connection to a specific academic discipline is what matters. Generalist business degrees without an accounting focus can complicate the petition, so employers typically specify the degree requirement in the job description.
Which visa types are realistic for Tax Senior candidates?
H-1B is the most common path for non-USMCA nationals. Canadian and Mexican nationals can qualify under TN status as accountants, which has no annual cap and no lottery. Australian nationals may use the E-3 visa, which also avoids the H-1B lottery. For candidates already in the U.S. on OPT or STEM OPT, H-1B change of status is the typical next step after the lottery selection.
How do I find Tax Senior employers who actively sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate lists Tax Senior roles from employers with verified LCA sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on firms that have already navigated the process. Big Four firms, large regional CPA practices, and multinational corporate tax teams are the most active sponsors for this title.
Does a foreign accounting degree satisfy H-1B requirements for a Tax Senior role?
A foreign degree can qualify if a credential evaluation confirms it's equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. USCIS accepts evaluations from recognized credential evaluation services. A three-year bachelor's degree from some countries may require additional coursework or a master's degree to reach equivalency, so get the evaluation done before the offer stage rather than after.
Can a Tax Senior pursue a green card while on H-1B status?
Yes. H-1B allows dual intent, meaning you can pursue an employer-sponsored green card through EB-2 or EB-3 without jeopardizing your nonimmigrant status. Most sponsors start the PERM labor certification process, which DOL administers, while the H-1B is active. Candidates from India and China face significant priority date backlogs in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories, which can extend the total timeline considerably.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Tax Senior jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.