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Tax Accountant

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Hazlet, NJ
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Job overview

The Tax Accountant will manage tax preparation across individual and business entity types while supporting financial reporting at a New Jersey CPA firm. The role includes preparing and reviewing tax filings, organizing financial data, producing financial statements, and handling day-to-day tax accounting tasks. The accountant will use QuickBooks and collaborate with team members to address client accounting questions and resolve discrepancies.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tax Return PreparationFinancial Statement PreparationAccounting SchedulesQuickBooksAttention to DetailDeadline ManagementCommunicationTeamwork

Qualifications

4+ Years Tax Accounting ExperienceU.S. Work Authorization

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Description

We are looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join a respected CPA firm in New Jersey. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage tax preparation work across multiple entity types while also supporting core financial reporting activities. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative firm environment and join a team that values accuracy, client service, and strong technical accounting knowledge.

Benefits: Medical / Dental/ Vison / PTO

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and review tax filings for individual and business clients, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.

  • Compile and organize financial data needed to support tax reporting and ongoing accounting work.

  • Produce financial statements and related reports in accordance with firm standards and client needs.

  • Handle day-to-day tax accounting tasks, including reconciling records and maintaining supporting documentation.

  • Use QuickBooks to record, review, and manage client financial information for reporting and tax preparation purposes.

  • Work closely with internal team members to address client accounting questions and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

Requirements • At least 4 years of experience in tax accounting.

  • Demonstrated ability to prepare tax returns for both individual and corporate clients.

  • Experience creating financial statements and supporting accounting schedules.

  • Working knowledge of QuickBooks in an accounting environment.

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

  • Clear communication skills and the ability to work well within a team setting.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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