Tax Accountant — Individual & Business Tax

Tax Accountant

Northwest Indianapolis, IN | Full-Time | On-Site

$60,000–$80,000 annually , based on relevant income-tax preparation experience, technical capability, credentials, and overall experience.

CPA licensure is not required. Experienced tax preparers, Enrolled Agents (EAs), and CPAs are all encouraged to apply.

About the Role

J.R. Helms & Associates, P.C. is looking for a Tax Accountant with hands-on experience preparing U.S. individual and business income tax returns.

This position is a good fit for someone who already has meaningful professional tax-preparation experience and wants to continue building their technical knowledge, independence, and client responsibility.

You’ll prepare federal and state income tax returns, work directly with individuals and small-business owners, research tax questions, manage multiple client assignments, and collaborate closely with other accounting professionals and firm leadership.

We care more about demonstrated tax-preparation ability than credentials. CPA licensure is not required.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare federal and state individual and business income tax returns
• Prepare Form 1040 individual returns
• Prepare Forms 1065 and/or 1120S business returns based on your experience
• Review client financial and tax information for accuracy and completeness
• Identify missing information and follow up with clients when needed
• Work with accounting records, financial statements, and supporting schedules
• Research tax questions and discrepancies
• Communicate directly with individuals and small-business owners
• Assist with tax planning and related client needs
• Maintain accurate workpapers and supporting documentation
• Manage multiple client returns, priorities, and deadlines
• Collaborate with other accountants and firm leadership
• Assist with related accounting and client-service work when appropriate

What We’re Looking For

• Professional experience preparing U.S. income tax returns
• Hands-on experience preparing Form 1040 individual returns
• Hands-on exposure to Form 1065 and/or 1120S business returns
• Understanding of federal and state income taxation
• Ability to prepare returns appropriate to your experience level
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to identify issues, research questions, and work through discrepancies
• Professional client communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Willingness to continue developing technical knowledge and independence

Preferred, but not required:

• Public accounting or professional tax-firm experience
• Small-business tax experience
• Experience working with multiple clients
• QuickBooks experience
• Enrolled Agent or CPA credential

CPA licensure is not required for this position.

Compensation

$60,000–$80,000 annually

Compensation will be based on demonstrated income-tax preparation experience, technical capability, level of independence, credentials, and overall professional experience.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Stipend
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Paid continuing education and professional development
• CPA/EA professional development support
• Professional membership support
• Exposure to a wide variety of individual and small-business tax situations
• Opportunities to build technical skills and take on greater responsibility

Why J.R. Helms & Associates?

At J.R. Helms & Associates, you won’t be limited to one narrow part of the tax process.

You’ll work with individuals and small-business owners, prepare a variety of returns, solve real client issues, and gain broader experience across different entities, industries, and tax situations.

As a growing local firm, we offer:

• Meaningful client relationships — Work directly with the people and businesses you are helping.
• Variety in your work — Gain experience across multiple clients, entity types, industries, and tax situations.
• Room to grow — Build your technical skills, independence, and client responsibilities as your experience develops.
• Accessible leadership — Work closely with firm leadership and experienced accounting professionals.
• Visible impact — Your work and contributions matter to both the firm and our clients.
• Professional development — Continue building your tax expertise with support for continuing education and professional credentials.

The Right Fit

This position may be a strong fit if you:

• Enjoy hands-on tax preparation
• Want to continue developing your individual and business tax experience
• Are comfortable working directly with clients
• Enjoy variety and working across multiple clients rather than one company
• Can work through tax questions independently while knowing when to ask for help
• Value accuracy, accountability, professionalism, and client service
• Want to grow within a smaller professional firm where your work is visible and meaningful

If you have hands-on U.S. income-tax preparation experience and are looking for an opportunity to continue building your technical skills, client relationships, and professional responsibility, we’d like to hear from you.