Staff Accountant

We are looking to hire a motivated Tax Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer to join our growing CPA firm.

Position: Tax Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer (0–2 Years of Experience)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented tax professional to assist with the preparation of individual, business, and trust tax returns. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in public accounting while working alongside experienced CPAs and tax managers on a wide variety of domestic and international tax engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, partnership, S corporation, C corporation, and trust tax returns.
• Prepare work-papers and supporting schedules for tax engagements.
• Organize and analyze client financial information and tax documents.
• Perform tax research under the guidance of senior staff and managers.
• Assist with tax planning projects and client correspondence.
• Communicate with clients to request missing information and answer routine questions.
• Ensure work is completed accurately and on time.
• Participate in ongoing technical training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of public accounting or tax preparation experience.
• CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA certification preferred.
• Basic understanding of federal and state income tax principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or prior experience in public accounting.
• Exposure to tax preparation software.
• Interest in individual, business, trust, and international taxation.
• Desire to build a long-term career in public accounting.

We offer comprehensive training, mentorship from experienced tax professionals, opportunities for career advancement, and exposure to a diverse client base with both domestic and international tax matters.