Licensed Tax Accountant

American Accounting Association; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuit in Jersey City, New Jersey seeks a Licensed Tax Accountant to provide in-store tax preparation and advisory services to individuals and small businesses. You’ll use Intuit’s platforms to prepare and file accurate returns, maximize deductions and credits, and ensure full compliance with federal and state regulations.

You’ll work face-to-face with clients, reviewing documents, explaining tax outcomes, and recommending Intuit solutions that support their financial goals.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing Form 1040 returns and schedules.
• Experience with small business taxation.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax codes.
• Proficiency with tax software (Intuit/TurboTax ProSeries/Lacerte).
• Ability to review financial documents and ensure accuracy.
• Ability to provide tax planning advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person tax preparation and filing services for individuals and small businesses using Intuit tools.
• Review financial documents, identify deductions and credits, and ensure compliance with current tax laws.
• Advise clients on tax strategies, planning opportunities, and potential impacts of life events.
• Verify accuracy of returns, resolve discrepancies, and respond to basic IRS or state tax notices.
• Maintain detailed, secure client records in Intuit systems while protecting sensitive data.
• Collaborate with in-store and remote Intuit teams to improve client experiences and share best practices.
• Educate clients on Intuit products such as TurboTax ProSeries or related offerings.
• Stay current on federal and state tax regulations through ongoing training and certification renewals.

Skills

Individual income tax

Small business tax

Tax codes knowledge

Tax software proficiency

Client communication

Data entry accuracy

Tax research

Document review

Education

CISA - Certified Information System Auditor

Tools

TurboTax ProSeries

Lacerte

Job description

Role Overview

Intuit seeks a Licensed Tax Accountant to provide expert, in-store tax preparation and advisory services to individuals and small businesses. In this role, you’ll use Intuit’s leading financial and tax platforms to prepare and file accurate returns, maximize deductions and credits, and ensure full compliance with federal and state regulations. You’ll work face‑to‑face with clients, reviewing financial documents, explaining tax outcomes, and recommending Intuit solutions that support their financial goals. You’ll benefit from robust training, collaboration with knowledgeable teammates, and opportunities to grow your tax expertise and career in a purpose‑driven, innovative environment.

Position Details

Employer: Intuit

Location: Jersey City, New Jersey

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: Oct 2, 2026

Focus

Focus Area: Taxation

Role Type: Accountant

Role Level: Staff

Certifications: CISA - Certified Information System Auditor

Work Mode: On Site

Employment Type: Full Time

Organization Type: Other

Responsibilities

• Provide in‑person tax preparation and filing services for individuals and small businesses using Intuit tools
• Review financial documents, identify deductions and credits, and ensure compliance with current tax laws
• Advise clients on tax strategies, planning opportunities, and potential impacts of life events
• Verify accuracy of returns, resolve discrepancies, and respond to basic IRS or state tax notices
• Maintain detailed, secure client records in Intuit systems while protecting sensitive data
• Collaborate with in‑store and remote Intuit teams to improve client experiences and share best practices
• Educate clients on Intuit products such as Turbo
• Tax and related financial solutions
• Stay current on federal and state tax regulations through ongoing training and certification renewals

Required Skills

• Individual income tax preparation (Form 1040 and schedules)
• Small business and self‑employed tax preparation
• Knowledge of federal and state tax codes and regulations
• Proficiency with tax preparation software (preferably Intuit/Turbo
• Tax Pro
• Series/Lacerte)
• Financial document analysis (W-2s, 1099s, K-1s, receipts)
• Data entry accuracy and electronic filing (e-file) processes
• Client interviewing and needs assessment
• Tax research using IRS publications and authoritative sources
• Documentation and record‑keeping in secure systems
• Basic advisory skills in tax planning and deductions