Tax Staff - Public

We are looking for a motivated early-career tax team member to join our public accounting team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This position offers the chance to build practical experience supporting tax and accounting work for privately owned companies and individual clients while learning from experienced team members. The role is well suited to someone who wants broad exposure to public accounting in a collaborative environment with strong developmental support.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare individual, corporate, and other business tax filings for federal, state, and local jurisdictions with guidance from senior team members
• Gather, organize, and evaluate client financial and tax records to confirm accuracy and identify missing information before return preparation
• Contribute to tax research assignments and assist with straightforward planning analyses for clients with varying needs
• Provide support on bookkeeping, account reconciliation, and other general accounting activities as client engagements require
• Communicate clearly with clients and tax agencies regarding documentation requests, filing matters, and follow-up items
• Assist the team during year-end work and high-volume tax periods to help keep engagements on schedule and in line with firm standards
• Maintain complete workpapers, supporting schedules, and engagement documentation in an organized and compliant manner

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field; advanced tax education is advantageous
• At least 1 year of relevant experience, with internship or part-time accounting exposure considered valuable
• Foundational understanding of tax compliance and core accounting principles
• Ability to prepare or support preparation of individual and corporate tax returns
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with CCH ProSystem fx or similar tax software is preferred
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage documentation accurately and efficiently
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach to service
• Interest in pursuing CPA licensure or developing within public accounting is preferred

Compensation

$60,000.00-$65,000.00 Yearly

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