Licensed Tax Accountant

American Accounting Association; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuit seeks a Licensed Tax Accountant in Los Angeles to provide expert in-store tax preparation and advisory services to individuals and small businesses. You will use Intuit's tax platforms to prepare and file accurate returns, maximize deductions, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

You will work face-to-face with clients, review financial documents, explain tax outcomes, and recommend Intuit solutions that support their financial goals.

Qualifications

• Licensed tax accountant with experience in in-store tax preparation.
• Proficiency in Form 1040 and schedules for individuals and small businesses.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax codes and filing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file accurate federal and state tax returns for individuals and small businesses.
• Review documents, identify deductions/credits, ensure regulatory compliance.
• Advise clients on tax strategies and planning opportunities.
• Respond to IRS/state notices and maintain secure client records.

Skills

Form 1040 & schedules

Small business & self-employed tax

Federal & state tax codes

Tax software (Intuit TurboTax, ProForm

W-2s, 1099s, K-1s analysis

Data entry accuracy

IRS publications research

Client interviewing

Record-keeping in secure systems

Tax planning advisory basics

Tools

TurboTax

Lacerte

Intuit ProConnect

Job description

Employer Intuit Location Los Angeles, California Salary Competitive Closing date Oct 2, 2026 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

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.

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