CPA

About the role

We are the #1 fastest-growing private company in Columbus, Ohio, by Inc. 5000, and one of the top and youngest financial planning firms in the country. Peak has grown from one team member to over 60 team members in just 4 years. In 2025, we had over 5,400 applicants, we only hired 19. As a scaling start-up, we are very particular to ensure we hire the best and those aligned with our values and intensity. We are not a firm for everyone.

Responsibilities

• A+ Player: Elite at what they do. Extremely hard worker. Gritty. Gets things done. Internal need to succeed.
• Dislikes working with B and C players.
• Does not need to be told twice what to do.
• Foxhole Team Member: Has a servant's heart and a purpose bigger than themselves. Will help a team member fix a flat on the side of the road at 6am. Goes above and beyond to provide a "White Glove Service" to our clients.
• Rocketship Mentality: Excited to join a fast-growing startup with extreme upside. Growth Mindset in all areas of life - professionally, personally, physically, and spiritually. "Lifer" - those who want to work with us for 30+ years (not just a 9-5 job).
• Experience using tax software.
• Keep current on tax code updates and clearly communicate changes.
• Commitment to a long-term role and ownership of tax-related processes.
• Collaborate with advisors to design and implement tax strategies.
• Educate clients on filing requirements, deductions, and liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with current tax legislation.
• Coordinate with outside CPAs or attorneys when necessary.
• Help enhance internal tax workflows and documentation.
• Provide support to clients during IRS audits or tax reviews.

Requirements

• Have in-depth understanding of state and federal tax codes.
• File timely and accurate tax returns for individuals and businesses.

Qualifications

• Elite at what they do. Extremely hard worker. Gritty. Gets things done. Internal need to succeed.
• Has a servant's heart and a purpose bigger than themselves. Will help a team member fix a flat on the road at 6am. Goes above and beyond to provide a "White Glove Service" to our clients.
• Excited to join a fast-growing startup with extreme upside. Growth Mindset in all areas of life - professionally, personally, physically, and spiritually. "Lifer" - those who want to work with us for 30+ years (not just a 9-5 job).
• Experience using tax software.
• Keep current on tax code updates and clearly communicate changes.
• Commitment to a long-term role and ownership of tax-related processes.
• Collaborate with advisors to design and implement tax strategies.
• Educate clients on filing requirements, deductions, and liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with current tax legislation.
• Coordinate with outside CPAs or attorneys when necessary.
• Help enhance internal tax workflows and documentation.
• Provide support to clients during IRS audits or tax reviews.

Skills

• Have in-depth understanding of state and federal tax codes.
• File timely and accurate tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Collaborate with advisors to design and implement tax strategies.
• Educate clients on filing requirements, deductions, and liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with current tax legislation.
• Experience using tax software.
• Keep current on tax code updates and clearly communicate changes.
• Commitment to a long-term role and ownership of tax-related processes.
• Collaborate with advisors to design and implement tax strategies.
• Educate clients on filing requirements, deductions, and liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with current tax legislation.
• Coordinate with outside CPAs or attorneys when necessary.
• Help enhance internal tax workflows and documentation.
• Provide support to clients during IRS audits or tax reviews.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a high-performing, diverse team.
• Competitive compensation package including base salary ranging from $75,000 to $150,000 per year.
• Flexible work schedule to accommodate personal and professional needs.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Retirement plans and other perks.

Pay

• $75,000 - $150,000 per year

Schedule

• On-site
• Columbus, Ohio, United States

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