Staff Tax Accountant

Tax Staff AccountantPosition SummaryWe are seeking a detail-oriented Tax Staff Accountant with 2–3 years of public accounting experience to support tax preparation, client communications, and compliance workflows for individuals and business entities. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, technically competent, and able to manage multiple deadlines during peak tax periods.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare federal and state tax returns for:Individuals (1040)Partnerships (1065)S-Corporations (1120S)Corporations (1120)Trusts and fiduciary returns, as applicablePrepare workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting tax schedulesReview client-provided financial data for completeness and accuracyCommunicate with clients regarding missing information and tax document requestsAssist with tax planning projects and year-end projectionsConduct tax research and document conclusions appropriatelyRespond to IRS and state tax notices with manager oversightMaintain organized electronic workpapers and follow firm workflow proceduresTrack deadlines and manage multiple engagements simultaneouslyCollaborate with managers, partners, offshore teams, and administrative staff to ensure timely completion of returnsSupport process improvement and workflow efficiency initiatives during and outside of busy seasonQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or related fieldCPA eligible (must have completed the educational requirements necessary to sit for the CPA exam)2–3 years of recent public accounting tax experience requiredExperience preparing federal and state individual and business tax returnsStrong understanding of tax compliance and accounting principlesProficiency with tax software and Microsoft ExcelStrong attention to detail, organization, and follow-throughAbility to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsPreferred ExperienceExperience with cloud-based accounting and tax platformsFamiliarity with workflow management systems and document portalsExperience working with outsourced or offshore teams is a plusCore CompetenciesAccountability and follow-throughClient service mindsetTime management and deadline ownershipProblem-solving and analytical thinkingTeam collaborationAdaptability during busy seasonSchedule ExpectationsFull-time position with additional hours required during peak tax seasonAbility to work independently while maintaining communication with the teamHybrid office schedule