Job description

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

Requirements

Must-haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
Minimum 2 years of public accounting work experience in a tax environment.
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
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.

Nice-to-haves

Active CPA License Preferred
QuickBooks and Ultra Tax experience a plus

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Benefits

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Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

401(K)

Paid Time Off