Tax Accountant jobs in the United States

Tax Accountant
Remote/Hybrid role (preferably based in Austin, TX)

About Tax Trailer:

Tax Trailer is a leading full service tax preparation and consulting firm, dedicated to helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of tax planning and compliance, as well as accounting, bookkeeping, and business advisory services. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service, insightful advice, and practical solutions to our clients, ensuring they meet their tax obligations and achieve their financial goals.

We are a dynamic team of professionals committed to excellence, innovation, and integrity. We pride ourselves on being a fun, collaborative team that values each member's contributions and fosters a supportive work environment.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax preparation and compliance, with a focus on individual and small business tax returns.

This role requires excellent analytical skills, a deep understanding of tax laws and regulations, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, S corps and LLCs.
• Conduct tax research and stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations.
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to minimize clients' tax liabilities.
• Assist with IRS and state tax audits, including gathering documentation and communicating with tax authorities.
• Provide clients with timely and accurate responses to tax-related inquiries.
• Maintain and organize tax records and ensure compliance with filing deadlines.
• Collaborate with team members to provide comprehensive tax services and support.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and other accounting tasks as needed.
• Some bookkeeping
• Participate in continuing education and training to stay current on tax practices and laws.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• CPA and/or EA certification required
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and tax accounting principles and federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
• 4 years of tax preparation experience with 1040s, 1065s, 1120S, and 1120, both federal and state filing necessary
• Experience assisting clients with payroll
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office Suite, UltraTax (or any tax prep software), Airtable a plus
• Tech savvy with the ability to learn about and adapt to new software and technologies
• Must be comfortable and confident working in a client facing role working with multiple clients directly
• Well-organized with good time management skills and the ability to juggle many moving pieces
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

We seek positive, energetic individuals who thrive on communication, enjoy managing the financial needs of multiple clients, and are excited by the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of businesses. If that’s you, we’d love to speak with you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Experience level:

• 4 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Tax experience: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Required)
• Enrolled Agent (Preferred)

Location:

• Texas (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Texas (Required)

Work Location: Remote