Tax Staff - Public

We are looking for a detail-oriented tax specialist to join a public accounting team in Texas. This role supports individual and small business clients through tax preparation, bookkeeping, and accurate financial record management. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with business and individual returns, strong accounting system knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a client-focused environment.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and review individual and corporate tax filings with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.
• Maintain bookkeeping records for small business clients, ensuring financial data is organized, current, and ready for reporting needs.
• Work directly within QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, and Xero to record transactions, reconcile accounts, and support client reporting.
• Use CCH ProSystem and CCH ProSystem Fx to complete tax preparation tasks and manage related documentation efficiently.
• Communicate with clients to gather financial information, clarify outstanding items, and help resolve tax and bookkeeping questions.
• Monitor filing timelines and coordinate priorities across multiple client engagements during peak tax periods.
• Support tax planning and year-end close activities by identifying missing information and preparing complete workpapers.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in public accounting or a similar tax-focused environment.
• Proven experience preparing individual and corporate tax returns for a variety of clients.
• Strong working knowledge of tax preparation processes and supporting financial documentation.
• Hands-on proficiency with CCH ProSystem and CCH ProSystem Fx.
• Practical experience using QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, and Xero.
• Background in bookkeeping for small businesses, including reconciliations and general ledger maintenance.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments independently while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Compensation

$75,000.00-$105,000.00 Yearly

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