Tax Staff I or II

About the Role

At Clark Schaefer Hackett, you'll build a strong technical foundation while developing the critical thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills that support a successful tax career. The best tax professionals don't simply follow a process—they ask questions, look beyond the obvious, advise, and help clients navigate complex challenges with confidence.

As a Top 65 CPA & Advisory Firm, we help clients solve complex business challenges while creating an environment where talented professionals can grow and thrive. We believe long-term success is possible when professionals can balance exceptional careers with personal commitments. Our culture supports high expectations alongside family, health, and personal well-being.

You'll work alongside experienced tax professionals, gain exposure to a diverse client base, and develop technical and professional skills through hands-on experience, mentorship, and increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare business and high-net-worth individual tax returns, tax filings, workpapers, and related deliverables in accordance with firm and professional standards.
• Gather, analyze, and organize client information while developing your understanding of federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Assist with tax research, projections, and planning initiatives that help clients navigate complex tax matters.
• Collaborate with Managers, Seniors, and Partners to deliver high-quality client service and practical solutions.
• Continuously develop your technical knowledge, professional skills, and understanding of the industries and clients we serve.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 1–3 years of tax experience, including internships.
• CPA or EA eligibility, or a desire to pursue a professional credential.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to teamwork and client service.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

Many firms view early-career tax professionals primarily as preparers. At Clark Schaefer Hackett, we believe the early years of your career should be about more than compliance—they should be about learning how to think critically, communicate effectively, develop professional judgment, and understand the real business challenges behind the tax work.

You’ll gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries, learn from experienced advisors, and build the technical and professional skills that serve as the foundation for a long-term career in public accounting.