Senior Tax Accountant

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:

Bachelor’s 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:

NBZ has been voted “Top Workplaces” in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 and ranks highest among accounting firms our size in Knoxville. Novinger Ball & Zivi, PC also offers competitive salaries and a strong benefit package, which includes:

Paid time off starting day one

Fridays off in May, June, and July

Paid holidays

Company pays 100% of employee’s Health Insurance.

Dependent Health, Dental, Vision, Life and additional supplemental insurances are available at employee expense.

Yearly bonus plan

401(k) participation after one year employment

Bi-monthly staff lunches and team huddle, along with semi-yearly staff outings

Performance Compensation

Paid CPE