Certified Public Accountant
BA Global Talent is seeking experienced Tax Professionals (CPA) in North Carolina to join a small CPA firm specializing in tax strategy, compliance, and advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses and high-net-worth individuals across a variety of industries nationwide. Opportunities are available at the Senior Tax Specialist, Supervising Senior Tax Specialist, and Tax Manager levels, depending on experience and qualifications, to work in a hybrid model. Unlike many small accounting firms, this firm’s tax team is focused exclusively on tax services, allowing professionals to deepen their tax expertise rather than shifting to bookkeeping or assurance work during the off-season.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and confidently discuss complex tax matters and planning opportunities.
- Tax Manager: Train and mentor staff and provide guidance on tax-related questions.
Requirements
- CPA required or actively pursuing a CPA license.
- Experience with tax seasons at other public accounting firms.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace (G Suite), and basic computer skills.
- Familiarity with CCH Axcess Tax, PDFlyer, Podio, ShareFile, and QuickBooks/Xero is a plus but not required.
Qualifications
- Tax Manager: Minimum of 6–8+ years of tax preparation experience, preferably in a public accounting firm.
- Supervising Senior Tax Specialist: Minimum of 4–6 years of tax preparation experience, preferably in a public accounting firm.
- Senior Tax Specialist: 2–4 years of tax preparation experience, preferably in a public accounting firm.
Benefits
- Annual Bonus: Target bonus is 10% of base salary. Historically, employees have received between 15% and 30%, depending on individual performance and firm results.
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Maximum monthly HRA contribution available to all employees.
- Client Referral Commission: Employees who bring in and manage new clients receive 20% of the client’s first-year billings. This performance-based incentive is separate from the standard compensation package. Historically, payouts have ranged from approximately $1,000 to more than $30,000, averaging around $12,000.
- Expense Reimbursement: Approved work-related expenses are reimbursed through an accountable reimbursement plan.
Schedule
This position follows a hybrid work model.
Location
Wake Forest, North Carolina