Tax Staff - Public

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Tax Staff team member to join a public accounting team in Pennsylvania. This position offers the opportunity to support a range of tax engagements, contribute to planning initiatives, and work closely with both firm leadership and clients. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with business tax filings and can manage complex assignments with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and complete a variety of tax filings for business and individual clients, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Partner with senior tax leaders to support the review of returns and address questions or revisions during the engagement process.
• Contribute to tax planning efforts by gathering relevant financial information and helping identify practical strategies for clients.
• Conduct technical research on tax matters to clarify filing positions and support compliance with current regulations.
• Communicate directly with clients to collect documentation, discuss tax matters, and participate in meetings as needed.
• Handle corporate and pass-through entity returns, including work related to Forms 1120S and 1065.
• Use tax software and spreadsheet tools to organize data, prepare workpapers, and maintain efficient workflow management.• At least 2 years of tax experience in a public accounting or similarly structured work environment.
• Working knowledge of business tax returns, with experience involving small company filings such as Forms 1120S and 1065.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for analysis and workpaper preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to work on complex tax engagements and interpret detailed tax information accurately.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for client interaction and internal collaboration.
• Experience supporting tax planning activities and applying tax research to real-world client situations.
• Proficiency with CCH ProSystem FX Tax or closely related tax preparation software.