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Staff Tax Accountant

United States, Bloomington Employment contract 65000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 05, 2026
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The Tax Staff Accountant organizes and processes client tax data to ensure the accurate and timely completion of individual tax returns, as well as simple to moderately complex corporate, partnership, S-Corp, and trust tax filings. They actively participate in various phases of tax engagements, working on both business and personal tax returns while assisting with related planning for a diverse client base. This role requires close collaboration with other departments and associates to support seamless client service and maintain the firm's high standards of quality and accuracy.

Job Responsibility

  • Provides timely, accurate, and professional responses to client and firm associate inquiries
  • Drafts and prepares client correspondence
  • Prepares individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns and projections
  • Conducts thorough research and analysis of tax forms and regulatory instructions
  • Proactively communicates with engagement leaders regarding outstanding items
  • Manages workload effectively by adhering to established budgets and deadlines
  • Identifies potential challenges or opportunities within engagements
  • Develops proficiency in applying accounting principles

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred
  • 0 -2 years of experience in public accounting
  • Qualified to sit for CPA exams
  • A minimum of 40 hours of continuing professional education is required each year
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • with an emphasis on Excel and QuickBooks
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

What we offer

  • 20 days of PTO
  • 9 paid holidays
  • Firm paid for medical plans
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Nice Healthcare
  • 401(k) with a company safe harbor contribution
  • Identity Protection
  • CPA assistance and completion bonus
  • Access to Becker learning platform
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • In-office, hybrid, and remote work arrangements

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