Public Tax Accountant

Position: Public Staff Tax Accountant
Description

Our client has an immediate need for a Staff to Senior Tax Accountant to support a growing public tax practice preparing approximately 400-500 returns annually. This is a full-time, contract-to-hire opportunity offering a fully remote work model; however, candidates must reside in the Houston area. The schedule is Monday-Friday during regular business hours, with some flexibility on start and end times.

This role is ideal for a tax-focused professional who enjoys hands-on return preparation and wants exposure to both individual and entity returns within a growing firm environment.

Key Responsibilities

+ Prepare and review a variety of tax returns including 1040, 1120, S-Corp, Partnership, PTE, and Trust returns

+ Work with high-income individual clients (many in the $5M-$10M range)

+ Review general ledger activity prior to return preparation

+ Perform ledger cleanup, account reclassifications, and journal entries

+ Analyze financial statements and identify discrepancies impacting tax filings

+ Communicate clearly regarding bookkeeping processes and financial adjustments

+ Support the firm during peak tax periods with steady return volume

Requirements

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

+ 2+ years of tax preparation experience (individual and entity returns)

+ Strong understanding of general ledger review and bookkeeping cleanup

+ Experience preparing 1040 and entity returns required

+ Proficiency in Pro Series and Quick Books

+ Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including use of formulas

+ Must be available and responsive during standard business hours

CPA or EA is a plus but not required.

-What We're Looking For

+ Someone who genuinely enjoys tax work (not primarily audit-focused)

+ Analytical mindset with attention to detail

+ Ability to work independently in a remote environment

+ Reliable, responsive, and accountable

This is a growth-driven hire within a firm led by an experienced public tax professional who values mentorship and long-term development.

If you are a Houston-area tax professional looking for a stable, remote opportunity with exposure to diverse returns and growth potential, apply for immediate consideration.

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