Tax Staff Accountant

About the role

We are looking for a Tax Staff Accountant who combines strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to stay organized and responsive in a fast-paced professional environment. In this role, you will prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, estates, and nonprofit organizations; develop supporting calculations and workpapers; and assist with tax planning and research. You will work across a range of tax, accounting, research, and document management software while learning from experienced professionals and serving clients across a variety of industries.

The ideal candidate is comfortable learning new technology, managing multiple priorities during busy seasons, and maintaining close attention to detail while progressing toward CPA licensure. This full-time position is based in our Hagerstown office and offers meaningful opportunities to build technical expertise, trusted client relationships, and a long-term career with SEK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, estates, and nonprofit organizations.
• Develop supporting calculations, schedules, and workpapers to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant tax filings.
• Assist with quarterly and year-end tax planning for individual and business clients.
• Gather, organize, and review client financial information and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with clients and team members to obtain information, answer questions, and keep engagements moving forward.
• Research tax laws, deductions, credits, and regulatory changes to support client engagements.
• Manage assigned engagements from start to finish while meeting established deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve issues and achieve engagement objectives.
• Participate in training, continuing professional education, and on-the-job learning to strengthen technical expertise.
• Contribute to process improvements, professional networking opportunities, and firmwide initiatives while progressing toward CPA licensure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 0-2 years’ experience (can include a tax internship in tax or public accounting).
• Progress toward CPA License strongly encouraged.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple assignments, priorities, deadlines, and budgets in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and the ability to learn and effectively use tax preparation, research, workflow, and document management systems.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with engagement teams and contributing to firm goals.

Benefits

• Flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements based on the role and business needs.
• Half-day Fridays from Memorial Day through Labor Day, plus four-day weekends for Memorial Day and Labor Day.
• 3+ Weeks of PTO
• 4 Weeks of Paid Family and Medical Leave
• 11 Paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical coverage, with employee base coverage paid by SEK, along with flexible spending and health savings account options.
• A comprehensive 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Paid professional development and continuing education, including applicable professional membership dues and license renewal fees.
• Firmwide events, team-building activities, recognition programs, and a summer trip to Hersheypark for employees and their immediate household family members or one guest.

About Us

At SEK CPAs & Advisors, we do more than provide accounting services; we create value and foster trust. What began more than 60 years ago as a small, three-partner firm in Maryland has grown into one of the premier CPA and advisory firms in the region. With offices in Camp Hill, Carlisle, Chambersburg, Hanover, and York, Pennsylvania, as well as Hagerstown, Maryland, the firm is built on a foundation of integrity, responsiveness, empowerment, quality of life, and community.

We believe industry-focused, high-performing teams are essential to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to our clients. Continuous learning, leadership development, and work-life flexibility are important parts of our strategic plan. At SEK, successful client service means providing multiple services, communicating frequently, and taking a forward-thinking approach so we can serve as a trusted business advisor throughout the lifecycle of a business or organization.