Tax Staff - Public

Responsibilities

• Prepare and examine federal and state tax filings for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations to ensure complete, accurate, and timely submission.
• Develop thoughtful tax planning recommendations that help clients make informed financial decisions and improve overall tax efficiency.
• Serve as a dependable point of contact for clients by explaining tax matters clearly and responding to questions with accuracy.
• Support clients during tax notices, examinations, and related agency inquiries by organizing documentation and assisting with issue resolution.
• Research changing tax rules at the federal, state, and local levels and translate findings into practical guidance for client situations.
• Partner with colleagues across accounting and advisory functions to deliver coordinated financial and tax solutions.
• Manage multiple engagements at once while maintaining strong attention to detail and meeting filing deadlines.
• Review client financial information and supporting records to identify issues, clarify discrepancies, and strengthen reporting accuracy.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of public tax experience working with individual, partnership, S corporation, and C corporation returns.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Working knowledge of tax preparation software, including Lacerte, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Solid understanding of tax compliance standards, core accounting principles, and applicable state tax regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to organize competing priorities, manage deadlines, and produce accurate work in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to research complex tax matters.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• CPA credential is valued, though it is not required for consideration.