Senior Tax Professional

Brown & McCook LLC | Athens, GA

High-Level Tax Strategy. Boutique Client Service. Real Career Growth.

Brown & McCook is a boutique tax and advisory firm serving business owners and real estate investors throughout the Southeast.

We specialize in proactive tax planning, business strategy, and high-level client advisory — not commodity tax preparation.

We are looking for an experienced tax professional who can step in immediately with strong technical skills, ownership mentality, and the ability to build trusted client relationships.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Enjoys working directly with clients

• Wants autonomy and responsibility

• Takes pride in delivering high-level work

• Wants to be part of a small, high-performing team

• Is looking for long-term growth and opportunity

 
What You’ll Do

Client Advisory & Relationships

• Manage and develop approximately 150–200 client relationships

• Conduct tax planning and strategy meetings

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business owners and investors

• Deliver proactive guidance throughout the year

• Build long-term client relationships through exceptional service

Tax Preparation & Technical Work

• Prepare and review complex business and individual tax returns

• Work with S-Corps, partnerships, LLCs, and real estate entities

• Handle multi-state and entity-structure considerations

• Collaborate on advanced tax planning strategies

• Maintain high technical standards and ownership of your work

Team & Firm Contribution

• Collaborate closely with leadership and team members

• Help improve systems, processes, and client experience

• Contribute to the long-term growth of the firm

 
What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5–7+ years of tax experience

• Strong experience with business returns and tax planning

• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills

• High attention to detail and accountability

• Coachable, adaptable, and team-oriented mindset

Strongly Preferred

• CPA, EA, or similar credential

• Experience with UltraTax

• Experience working directly with business-owner clients

• Strong customer service mindset and professionalism

 
This Role Is a Great Fit If You:

• Enjoy client interaction and advisory work

• Want more ownership and impact

• Are tired of being micromanaged or stuck in a large-firm environment

• Want to work alongside other high performers

• Care about quality, communication, and continuous improvement

 
Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• $75,000 – $100,000+ based on experience and capability

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

Benefits

• 100% company-paid health insurance

• Simple IRA with 3% company match

• PTO, holidays, and sick days

• Continuing education support

• Flexible off-season schedule

Long-Term Opportunity

Future leadership, profit-sharing, and growth opportunities may be available for the right long-term fit.

 
About Brown & McCook

We are a structured, growth-oriented boutique firm using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System).

We value:

• Communication

• Coachability

• Consistency

• Helpfulness

• Productivity

We are building a firm focused on exceptional client service, strategic tax advisory, and long-term growth — for both clients and team members.

 
How To Apply

Please email the following to Chad@brownmccook.com with the subject line:

“Senior Tax Professional – [Your Name]”

Include:

1. A short video (2–3 minutes) answering:

• Why are you considering a move?

• What type of client relationships do you enjoy most?

• What makes you exceptional at what you do?

1. A brief written response (300 words max):
   “What would you bring to Brown & McCook and why do you believe this would be a strong fit?”

2. Your resume

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will move quickly for the right person.