Staff Accountant, Tax
$65,000–$90,000 year
On-site · Irvine, California, United States or San Diego, California, United States
Job Summary
Staff Accountant, Tax at Haskell & White LLP helps prepare federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, corporations, and trusts, gather and organize client tax data, analyze financial information for accurate reporting and compliance, perform tax research and communicate results to senior staff, assist with tax planning, and collaborate with audit and accounting teams to ensure consistency across tax reporting. The role involves mentoring less experienced team members, supporting recruiting efforts, and modeling the firm’s values. Expect 1,700–1,850 chargeable hours annually with peak-period weekly hours around 55; in a Tax practice serving a diverse client base across industries including real estate, technology, life sciences, manufacturing, and nonprofits. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting (or related field with accounting emphasis) and is on a path toward CPA certification.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field with an accounting emphasis
- Licensure: Currently pursuing or planning to pursue CPA certification
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, Teams; experience with CCH, ProSystem FX, or Thomson Reuters Checkpoint is a plus
- Strong communication, attention to detail, analytical mindset, and a team-first approach
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