Tax Staff - Public

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated Tax Staff team member to join a public accounting team in Columbia, South Carolina. This opportunity is well suited for someone beginning a career in tax who is eager to build hands-on experience supporting a range of individual and business tax engagements. The role offers exposure to tax preparation, compliance work, and client-focused service in a tax services environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review individual income tax filings with accuracy and attention to deadlines.

• Support the completion of corporate tax returns by organizing financial data and applying relevant tax rules.

• Assist with tax preparation activities for a variety of clients while maintaining clear and complete workpapers.

• Research basic tax questions and escalate more complex issues to senior team members when needed.

• Communicate with internal staff and clients to gather documentation and resolve missing or unclear information.

• Help ensure compliance with filing requirements by tracking due dates and following established quality standards.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple assignments accurately.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with colleagues and clients.

• 1+ years of experience in tax, accounting, or a closely related field.