Tax Accountant
On-siteLehi, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Prepare and review accurate federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts while maintaining comprehensive workpapers and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws. Communicate professionally with clients regarding tax matters and filing status, staying current on legislative changes. Entry-level staff handle data input and simpler returns under supervision, while Seniors review complex engagements, provide tax planning, mentor associates, and represent clients before taxing authorities. Managers oversee client relationships, drive business development, and lead teams in managing the entire compliance process. Full-time onsite positions are available in Lehi, South Jordan, or Provo.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA license or actively pursuing certification
- CPA license
- Must be willing to work onsite in one of our Utah offices (Lehi, South Jordan, or Provo)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Desired Qualifications
- 0-2 years of tax preparation experience, or recent college graduate
- 3+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience
- 6+ years of public accounting tax experience, including 2+ years managing staff
- Basic proficiency in tax preparation software (e.g., CCH, ProSystem fx, or equivalent)
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Mastery of tax preparation software and research tools (e.g., RIA, BNA)
- Excellent technical tax knowledge (e.g., multi-state, complex entity structures)
- Strong client management and mentorship abilities
- Proven ability to lead and develop a tax team
- Exceptional technical expertise in complex federal and state tax issues
- Strategic planning and business development acumen
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