Tax Accountant (On-Site)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join a well-established public accounting firm serving privately held businesses, business owners, executives, and high-net-worth individuals. This role is ideal for a tax professional with 3-5 years of public accounting experience who is looking to expand their expertise in tax compliance, planning, and client advisory services. The ideal candidate has a strong background in tax preparation and consulting, enjoys building lasting client relationships, and is committed to delivering accurate, high-quality work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for corporations, partnerships, S corporations, and individuals
• Prepare complex individual tax returns for business owners, executives, and high-net-worth clients
• Research tax laws and regulations to support compliance and tax planning strategies
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide practical recommendations to clients
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and resolve tax-related matters
• Ensure timely, accurate filing of tax returns while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Partner with firm leadership on tax planning, consulting engagements, and special projects
• Manage multiple client engagements while meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional quality
• Prepare and maintain organized workpapers and supporting documentation
• Stay current on tax legislation, accounting standards, and industry best practices

Requirements

• 3-5 years of public accounting experience with a primary focus on tax
• Extensive experience preparing business entity and complex individual tax returns
• Tax experience must significantly outweigh audit or assurance experience
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities with a client-service mindset
• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred, but not required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred
• Ability to work on-site in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees
• SIMPLE retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 3%
• Overtime worked beyond the first 60 hours each year converts to additional paid time off
• Employees commonly earn 4-6 weeks of PTO annually
• Collaborative and supportive public accounting environment
• Direct mentorship from experienced partners and senior tax professionals
• Exposure to complex tax planning, compliance, and advisory engagements
• Ongoing professional development and long-term career growth opportunities