Audit​/Tax Accountant; CPA

About the Role

J.R. Helms & Associates, P.C. is a full-service accounting, tax, and business consulting firm based in Indianapolis. We are hiring an Audit/Tax Accountant (CPA) to support both audit and income tax engagements across a variety of industries and clients.

This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys a mix of audit, financial reporting, and income tax work
, while working directly with clients in a collaborative public accounting environment. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, communicates professionally, and can think through real-world accounting and tax issues — not just follow a checklist.

This role requires sound judgment, curiosity, and the ability to think through issues—not just follow a checklist.

• Communicate professionally with clients and coworkers
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with operational and financial audit fieldwork
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Reconcile and balance general ledger accounts
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Perform data entry and financial analysis
• Prepare income tax returns for individuals, businesses, and non-profits
• Support clients across multiple industries and engagements

• CPA license or CPA-track preferred
• Experience in public accounting preferred
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial statements
• Experience with audit procedures and/or income tax preparation
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced professional environment

• SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
• Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
• Paid continuing education
  , CPA exam support, and professional memberships
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients
• Opportunity to grow into senior and leadership roles

Compensation:

Competitive salary range of $70,000–$100,000
, based on experience, with opportunities for growth, professional development, and performance-based increases.

This role may not be a good fit if:

• You are looking for a fully remote position
• You prefer highly repetitive work with limited client interaction
• You are only interested in audit or only interested in tax
• You are uncomfortable balancing multiple projects and deadlines
• You are seeking a large corporate accounting environment instead of a public accounting firm

Apply through our website or submit your application via Linked In. We’re excited to meet tax professionals who want to grow with us.