Jobs · Accounting · California

Tax Staff - Public

Robert Half · Bakersfield, CA · 4 wk ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individual and corporate clients with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Gather, organize, and analyze financial information to complete tax engagements efficiently and in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Research tax issues and apply current guidance to help address client questions and filing requirements.
  • Support planning and compliance activities by identifying discrepancies, resolving documentation gaps, and maintaining complete workpapers.
  • Use of systems related tax software to produce returns, manage engagement data, and track filing progress.
  • Collaborate with internal team members on audit-related tasks and assist with assigned audit functions as business needs require.
  • Communicate with clients and colleagues to clarify financial details, request missing information, and help keep projects on schedule.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in public accounting or a similar tax-focused environment.
  • Hands-on experience preparing individual and corporate tax returns.
  • Proficiency in tax preparation software.
  • Working knowledge of audit processes, audit functions, or audit management responsibilities.
  • Strong understanding of tax compliance standards and supporting documentation requirements.
  • Excellent analytical skills with close attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in tax preparation, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across both tax and audit-related assignments.

Skills

  • Tax Preparation
  • Audit Processes
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication Skills
  • Financial Analysis

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Additionally, contract/temporary professionals are eligible to enroll in the company's 401(k) plan.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This role is full-time.

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