Senior Tax Associate

Company: The Premiere Group
Location: Columbia
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About Us We empower companies we work with through substantial resources to foster long-term growth. And that empowerment comes from our people! We're a team of skilled analysts, strategists, entrepreneurs, doers, thinkers, and creators, who are a support system for innovators. Each day is a little different and each idea brings new opportunities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are curious to a fault, and want to join a team atmosphere with people who have a can-do attitude, The Premiere Group is the place for you—where innovation meets excellence. Position Overview We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Senior Tax Associate to join our team. This role is a critical addition to our tax department, responsible for managing compliance, reporting, and strategic planning across a diverse portfolio of entities. We are looking for a professional with the technical foundation to ensure flawless execution of recurring obligations and the high-level analytical skills to support complex transactions. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Tax Planning & Transaction Support Lead tax research and analysis on complex issues, including partnership taxation, investment structures, and the implications of specific transactions. Support tax due diligence and the development of tax-efficient structuring for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Develop and maintain sophisticated tax models and projections to evaluate potential transactions. Monitor new tax legislation and proactively analyze its potential impact on the firm and its investment portfolio. Collaborate directly with internal stakeholders and external advisors to resolve transaction-related tax hurdles. Advanced Tax Compliance & Oversight Oversee the internal review and coordination of complex federal and state tax returns (e.g., Forms 1065, 1120) prepared by external CPA firms to ensure accuracy. Manage a comprehensive global tax and regulatory calendar, ensuring the timely filing of all returns, entity registrations, and permit renewals. Lead the preparation and submission of operational tax filings, including sales and use tax and payroll tax compliance, across multiple jurisdictions. Supervise property tax administration, including the tracking, filing, and payment of real estate and personal property assessments. Process Leadership & Financial Stewardship Drive process improvements by leveraging technology and automation to enhance the efficiency of tax accounting and reporting. Facilitate internal and external audits by managing documentation requests and performing complex ad-hoc financial analysis. Ensure all compliance-related expenditures are accurately recorded in QuickBooks and maintain a rigorous digital filing system for all official tax records. Support the broader finance team during month-end close processes and serve as a technical resource for the department. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience: 4–6 years of experience in tax compliance and consulting, preferably within a public accounting firm or a complex corporate/private equity environment. Certification: CPA designation (or significant progress toward completion) is preferred. Technical Skills: Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., preferably with pivot tables, VLOOKUPs), QuickBooks, Sage, and professional tax research tools. Leadership Attributes: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority projects concurrently, with a high degree of organizational discipline and professional flexibility. Benefits Offered (Full-time Employees) Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Also offers a Health Saving Account (HSA) with employer contribution and Health Payment Account (HPA). Retirement: Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with a dedicated wealth advisor. Wellness/Ancillary: Includes supplemental benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability and employer-paid Life Insurance. Gym allowance and other health initiative programming.

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