Tax Staff

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals to build a strong foundation in tax compliance and advisory services. You'll work on a variety of client engagements across industries, gaining hands-on experience and access to senior-level mentorship from the start. Since 1946, Purvis Gray has grown into six offices throughout Florida—each built organically, not by acquisition. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality service, supporting professional development, and maintaining a unified, collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

• Prepare U.S. federal and state tax returns for individuals (Form 1040 and 1041), Exempt Orgs (Form 990), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Form 1120 and 1120-S)
• Assist in preparing supporting tax workpapers and income calculations
• Conduct research on federal and state tax laws to support compliance and planning strategies
• Participate in client meetings and help resolve tax-related matters
• Work with Managers and Seniors to ensure accurate and timely delivery of tax engagements
• Learn and apply firm standards, tools, and procedures for tax compliance
• Collaborate with team members to meet client needs and deadlines
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required)
• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification
• 1–2 years of tax experience in public accounting, corporate tax, or internship settings preferred
• Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax compliance concepts
• Familiarity with tax software (e.g., CCH, GoSystem, OneSource) is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage time effectively in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred Experience

• Experience preparing individual (1040), partnership (1065), and corporate (1120) tax returns
• Research and technical writing skills for supporting tax positions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and related applications
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and in teams
• Interest in working with private companies, entrepreneurs, and small-to-midsize businesses