Tax Staff - Public

Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Tax or Audit Staff team member to support a public accounting environment in Bakersfield, California. This role focuses on preparing accurate tax filings for individuals and businesses and/or audit while contributing to broader client service and compliance efforts. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in tax preparation, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across both tax and audit-related assignments.

For consideration reach out to Tammy Power via LinkedIn.

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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Compensation

$80,000.00-$110,000.00 Yearly

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