Tax Accountant

Stephens is looking for a motivated and detail-driven Tax Accountant to join its Corporate Accounting team in Little Rock. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys hands-on preparation work and wants exposure to partnership, trust, and individual taxation within a stable, professional environment. In this role, you'll prepare federal and state tax returns, manage related filings, and support accurate, compliant tax reporting across multiple entities.

You'll be valued for your judgment and precision, and given the space to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Prepare partnership federal and state tax returns.

* Prepare trust federal and state tax returns.

* Prepare small individual federal and state tax returns.

* Prepare related estimated tax returns.

* Prepare annual franchise and license tax returns.

* Perform other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor's degree in a related field.

* 2+ years of related experience and/or training.

* Experience with Federal and Multi-State income taxes, partnership and individual income taxes, and some public accounting in tax preferred.

* Equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

* Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

* Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to determine the appropriate action.

* Process management skills.

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.

* Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook E-mail and the Internet.

* Ability to learn and utilize additional software.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality.

* Demonstrated reliability in attendance and work performance.

* Strong organizational skills.

* Ability to follow pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

* CPA License preferred.

REQUIRED TESTING

* Microsoft Excel