Enrolled Agent

AppleOne Employment Services; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Tucson, AZ seeks an experienced Enrolled Agent to join its tax advisory team. You will prepare complex returns for individuals and entities, provide proactive planning, and represent clients before the IRS in audits and collections.

A strong public accounting background and 10+ years of senior tax experience are ideal. You will work in a client‑focused environment with opportunities for professional development and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Active Enrolled Agent credential required.
• 10+ years of senior‑level tax preparation, tax advisory, and client service experience preferred.
• Strong public accounting, tax services, or professional services firm background.
• Experience with IRS representation, tax research, and client advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex tax returns for individuals and entities (partnerships, trusts, corporations).
• Represent clients before the IRS in audits, collections, and appeals.
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory guidance to clients.
• Research and interpret federal/state tax laws to support compliance and identify savings opportunities.
• Analyze financial records and advise on tax implications, reporting, and planning strategies.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional communication and timely follow‑up.

Skills

Enrolled Agent

Public accounting

IRS representation

Tax planning

Client services

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Accounting software

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Tax preparation software

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

An established public accounting and tax services firm in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Enrolled Agent to join its tax advisory team. This direct hire opportunity is ideal for a senior tax professional with strong public accounting experience who enjoys preparing complex returns, advising clients, and representing individuals and businesses before the IRS. The Enrolled Agent will work in a stable, client-focused environment with supportive leadership, collaborative teammates, and opportunities for continued professional development. This firm values technical expertise, integrity, responsive service, and long-term client relationships. Candidates who thrive in a professional setting with strong teamwork, meaningful client impact, and room for growth will find this opportunity especially rewarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, partnership, S-Corporation, C-Corporation, trust, and nonprofit tax returns.
• Represent clients before the IRS in audits, appeals, collections, payment arrangements, and other tax resolution matters.
• Provide proactive tax planning and consulting services to individual and business clients.
• Research and interpret federal and state tax laws to support compliance and identify tax‑saving opportunities.
• Analyze financial records and advise clients on tax implications, reporting requirements, and planning strategies.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional communication, timely follow-up, and trusted advisory support.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $100,000 to $150,000 per year.
• Direct hire opportunity.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Stable and supportive work environment.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Prepare and review complex tax returns for individuals, businesses, partnerships, trusts, corporations, and nonprofit entities.
• Handle IRS representation and tax resolution matters, including audits, collections, payment arrangements, and appeals.
• Deliver tax planning strategies and advisory guidance to support client financial goals.
• Collaborate with internal team members and firm leadership to provide comprehensive tax and accounting solutions.
• Active Enrolled Agent credential required.
• 10+ years of senior‑level tax preparation, tax advisory, and client service experience strongly preferred.
• Strong background in public accounting, tax services, or a professional services firm environment.
• Advanced knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• Demonstrated experience with tax planning, tax research, IRS representation, and client advocacy.
• Proficiency with tax preparation software, accounting software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, research, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a client‑focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple clients, competing priorities, and deadlines in a fast‑paced tax environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting, finance, or related educational background.
• Experience serving both individual and business tax clients.
• CPA background or CPA‑track experience is a plus but not required.
• Commitment to continuing education and staying current with tax law changes.

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