Tax Staff - Public
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
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Job overview
Robert Half Finance & Accounting is hiring a Tax Staff - Public. The Tax Staff team member will join a public accounting team in Pennsylvania, focusing on tax engagements for individual and business clients. This role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and dependable client service. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing returns, working with financial records, and using accounting software to manage tax data.
Key focus areas include Prepare federal, state, and local tax filings for individual clients and business entities, Ensure compliance with current regulations for tax filings, and Review financial records and supporting documentation to produce accurate tax workpapers.
Successful candidates bring 3+ Years Public Accounting Experience, 3+ Years Tax Preparation Work Experience, and Legally Authorized To Work In The United States. Important skills include QuickBooks, Prepare Individual Tax Returns, Handle Corporate Tax Returns, Tax Preparation Processes, Documentation Standards, and Filing Deadlines. Preferred (not required): Accuracy, Timeliness, Dependable Client Service, and Prepare Federal Tax Filings.
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Full job description
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Staff team member to join a public accounting team in Pennsylvania. This position supports a range of tax engagements for individual and business clients, with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and dependable client service. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience preparing returns, working with financial records, and using accounting software to maintain organized and reliable tax data.
Responsibilities:
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Prepare federal, state, and local tax filings for individual clients and business entities while ensuring compliance with current regulations.
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Review financial records and supporting documentation to produce accurate tax workpapers and completed returns.
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Assist with the preparation of corporate tax documents and help resolve discrepancies before filing deadlines.
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Use QuickBooks and related accounting tools to organize client financial information and support tax reporting activities.
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Communicate with clients to gather missing details, clarify financial data, and keep engagements moving efficiently.
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Support senior tax team members with research, calculations, and follow-up items related to public accounting tax work. Requirements • At least 3 years of experience in public accounting or tax preparation work.
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Demonstrated ability to prepare individual tax returns accurately and efficiently.
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Experience handling corporate tax returns and related supporting schedules.
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Practical knowledge of tax preparation processes, documentation standards, and filing deadlines.
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Proficiency with QuickBooks for maintaining and reviewing financial records.
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Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.
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