Tax Accountant

Description

Tax Accountant

Location:

Temecula, CA - Onsite

Compensation:
Based on experience

Our client, a reputable CPA firm in Temecula, is seeking a Tax Accountant to join their team in an onsite capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with a strong foundation in tax preparation, compliance, and client service who is actively pursuing or has completed their CPA designation.

Key Responsibilities

+ Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts

+ Review financial records, income statements, and documentation to ensure accurate tax reporting

+ Conduct tax research and stay current on tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements

+ Assist with tax planning strategies to help clients minimize liabilities and meet financial goals

+ Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting tax work papers

+ Respond to client inquiries and provide professional guidance on tax matters

+ Support audits, notices, and correspondence from taxing authorities

+ Collaborate with senior accountants, managers, and partners on client engagements

+ Ensure deadlines are met during busy tax seasons while maintaining accuracy and quality

+ Identify process improvements and assist with special projects as needed

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

+ Actively pursuing CPA or CPA completed required

+ Experience in tax accounting, preferably within a CPA firm or public accounting environment

+ Strong knowledge of tax compliance, tax preparation, and accounting principles

+ Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Excel

+ Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Background

+ Experience preparing returns for a variety of entity types

+ Familiarity with tax research tools and professional tax software

+ Ability to build strong client relationships and deliver high-quality service

Why Join

+ Opportunity to work with an established CPA firm

+ Collaborative and professional team environment

+ Career growth potential for accounting professionals committed to advancing in tax

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

+ Actively pursuing CPA or CPA completed required

+ Experience in tax accounting, preferably within a CPA firm or public accounting environment

+ Strong knowledge of tax compliance, tax preparation, and accounting principles

+ Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Excel

+ Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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