Senior Tax Associate

Parksaccounting; Texas; Presencial; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonus eligible

Remote-friendly schedule

Descripción de la vacante

Parks Tax & Consulting PLLC, Magnolia, TX, is seeking a experienced tax professional for a year-round salaried position.

You will independently prepare complex individual and pass-through tax returns for high-net-worth clients, with a focus on accuracy and CPA-review readiness. Flexible schedule and growth opportunities are offered as workload varies seasonally.

Start date January 2027. Location: Magnolia, TX preferred; fully remote option within the U.S. is available.

Formación

• Substantive tax preparation experience in public accounting.
• Independent preparation of complex returns for high-net-worth individuals and businesses.
• Strong knowledge of investment transactions, depreciation, and pass-through tax matters.
• Ability to analyze documents, identify gaps, and determine tax treatment.
• Experience researching tax issues and documenting conclusions clearly.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare complex individual, partnership, and S-corporation tax returns.
• Analyze tax documents and identify missing information and reporting implications.
• Prepare supporting calculations for tax basis, depreciation, and other tax matters.
• Review brokerage statements and K-1s for tax implications.
• Research tax issues and document conclusions with working papers.
• Communicate with clients professionally and manage engagements through completion.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Client communication

Professional judgment

Accounting knowledge

Educación

CPA or EA credential preferred

Herramientas

CCH Axcess Tax

Descripción del empleo

Parks Tax & Consulting PLLC | Magnolia, TX or Fully Remote Option (U.S.)

Year-Round Salaried Position | $65,000 - $85,000 anually

Seasonally Variable Workload | Opportunity for Professional Growth | Start Date: January 2027

THE ROLE

You will independently prepare complex individual and pass-through business tax returns, applying sound technical judgment, identifying tax implications, and producing complete, well-supported work for CPA review. Responsibilities include:

Preparing complex individual, partnership, and S corporation tax returns, including investment activity, rental properties, passive activities, and related owner-level reporting.

Critically analyzing tax documents, identifying missing information, recognizing reporting implications, and determining necessary follow-up.

Preparing supporting calculations for tax basis, depreciation, property transactions, mortgage interest limitations, and other complex tax matters.

Evaluating brokerage statements, Schedules K-1, closing statements, and other financial records for relevant tax implications.

Independently researching tax issues, applying technical guidance, and documenting conclusions and supporting workpapers.

Identifying tax planning opportunities, reporting concerns, and matters requiring CPA review or additional client information.

Communicating professionally with clients, resolving inquiries, and managing assigned engagements through completion.

Supporting tax projections, advisory engagements, workflow improvements, automation, and practice development initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

At least 4 years of substantive tax preparation experience within a CPA firm or established public accounting practice.

Experience with Big Four, national, middle-market, or established regional CPA firms strongly preferreed.

Demonstrated experience independently preparing complex individual, partnership, and S corporation income tax returns for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and closely held businesses.

Strong technical knowledge of investment transactions, tax basis, depreciation, rental real estate, passive activity limitations, and other complex individual and pass-through tax matters.

Ability to critically analyze tax documents, identify missing information, investigate discrepancies, and determine appropriate tax treatment and follow-up.

Strong understanding of financial accounting and tax reporting, including financial statement analysis, book-to-tax adjustments, balance sheet reconciliations, and recognition of accounting issues affecting tax returns.

Demonstrated ability to independently research tax issues and prepare complete, review-ready returns with organized supporting workpapers, documented conclusions, and resolved outstanding items.

Exceptional analytical skills, professional judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple engagements with minimal technical supervision.

Excellent written communication skills and confidence communicating directly with clients.

Proficiency with professional tax software; CCH Axcess Tax preferred. CPA or EA credential preferred but not required.

A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO TAX SEASON

Work hard during tax season. Enjoy meaningful flexibility the rest of the year.

Our seasonally variable schedule is intentionally designed to balance the demands of public accounting with life outside of work. You'll receive a consistent annual salary while your workload adjusts throughout the year.

February-April: Approximately 40-50 hours per week during peak tax season.

May-June: Approximately 30-40 hours per week as filing and advisory work continues.

July-January: Generally 15-25 hours per week, with flexibility for filing deadlines, client needs, and practice development.

We believe exceptional tax professionals deserve meaningful careers without maintaining peak-season hours year-round.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

Location: Magnolia, TX preferred; remote candidates within the United States considered

Compensation: $65,000 - $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience and technical expertise. Exceptional candidates may be considered above this range. Bonus eligible, based on performance.

Growth: Opportunity to advance into tax management, including reviewing and signing returns, supervising preparers, and leading tax operations, with potential for increased compensation and hours as responsibilities expand.