Public Staff Tax Accountant

We are looking for a Public Staff Tax Accountant to join a growing team in Frisco, Texas in a contract capacity with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This position focuses on supporting individual tax clients through the full return preparation process, from collecting financial details to delivering accurate filings and practical guidance. The ideal candidate combines technical tax knowledge with strong client communication skills and takes pride in creating a smooth, thorough experience for each engagement.Responsibilities:• Communicate with clients to collect tax documents, clarify financial details, and provide timely updates throughout the filing process.• Prepare complete and accurate individual income tax returns while applying current federal, state, and local tax regulations.• Review client information carefully, identify missing items, and ask informed follow-up questions to support accurate tax reporting.• Research tax matters with unclear treatment and recommend appropriate resolutions that support both client needs and firm standards.• Develop current-year tax estimates and share practical insight on opportunities to reduce future tax exposure when appropriate.• Maintain well-organized digital records and ensure documentation is retained in line with applicable compliance requirements.• Manage assigned engagements efficiently, monitor progress toward deadlines, and coordinate with internal support staff when issues affect completion.• Use tax software and related tools to enter, reconcile, and validate return data, including both imported and manually entered information.• Perform final checks on returns, resolve diagnostic issues, and help deliver a positive and well-organized client experience.