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Public Accountant

Job in Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85285, USA
Listing for: Insight Global
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting
  • Finance & Banking
    Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Description

Description

Insight Global is assisting a client in identifying a Public Accountant who will support a growing book of business by owning the preparation of S‑Corporation, Partnership, and select C‑Corporation tax returns, along with related accounting and client communication. This role is ideal for a self‑driven public accounting professional who can independently manage multiple returns, proactively gather client information, and identify future tax and accounting needs.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare and review S‑Corporation and Partnership tax returns as the primary focus
  • Complete tax returns efficiently, while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
  • Perform end‑to‑end tax preparation, including reviewing prior‑year filings, analyzing financials, and finalizing returns.
  • Handle Quick Books accounting from A‑to‑Z, including bank reconciliations, bookkeeping cleanup, and current‑year account maintenance.
  • Proactively request, track, and follow up on client information needed to complete returns, including financial statements, K‑1s, payroll data, and supporting documentation.
  • Communicate directly with clients to clarify transactions, resolve discrepancies, and gather information for upcoming tax work.
  • Manage tax extensions while simultaneously preparing current‑year accounting and future filings.
  • Identify opportunities for additional or future work, including amended returns, extensions, or tax planning needs.
  • Balance day‑to‑day tax production with out‑of‑service work, ensuring deadlines are consistently met during peak periods.
Skills and Requirements

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of Public accounting experience, with a strong focus on tax return preparation.
  • Hands‑on experience preparing S‑Corporation and Partnership tax returns (C‑Corp experience preferred).
  • Proven experience using Quick Books, including full‑cycle bookkeeping and bank reconciliations.
  • Working knowledge of GAAP
  • Experience with professional tax preparation software (e.g., Lacerte or similar).
  • Ability to work independently and self‑manage workload with minimal oversight.
  • Comfortable working up to 55 hours per week including weekends during tax season (February 1st – April 15th). Plusses
  • CPA certification.
  • Experience with Intuit Lacerte.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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