Tax Accountant

Compensation: To $105K

Job Overview - Tax Accountant - 34249

Our client, a well-established and growing local CPA firm, is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed CPA who enjoys working in a collaborative, client-focused environment and handling a diverse portfolio of individual and business tax clients.

This role is ideal for someone who values relationships, enjoys variety in their work, and wants to be part of a smaller firm where they can make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for:

• Individuals (1040)

• Corporations (C-Corp)

• S Corporations

• Partnerships, trusts, and other entities as needed

• Conduct tax planning and advisory services for individuals and business clients

• Research tax issues and stay current on changing tax laws and regulations

• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide guidance

• Assist clients with notices, audits, and tax authority correspondence

• Identify tax savings opportunities and recommend proactive strategies

• Support year-end tax projections and quarterly estimated payments

• Collaborate with firm leadership on client service initiatives and process improvements

Requirements

• Active CPA license required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience preferred
• Strong experience preparing 1040, Corporate, and S Corporation returns
• Knowledge of current federal and state tax laws
• Proficiency with tax software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines during busy season

Preferred Traits

• Comfortable working in a smaller, team-oriented firm environment
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving abilities
• Professional, personable, and client-service driven
• Interested in long-term growth and partnership potential

Additional Job Details

Workplace Policy: #li-Onsite

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

Linked In Poster: #LI-SP1

About our Process

• We will notify you if you are selected as a candidate for this role. If not, but you fit our specializations, we'll consider you for future openings, and encourage you to apply for other Sherpa roles you're qualified for/interested in.
• Non-Local Candidates: Please note that you are competing with local candidates who don't require relocation expenses and can start quickly, so let us know if you have plans to move to the area soon.
• Candidates for all Sherpa opportunities must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.