Staff Accountant – Phoenix, Arizona

Shift Pursuit; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Pursuit (United States) in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer with 1–3 years of accounting or tax experience. The role focuses on preparing individual and business tax returns, tax compliance, and general accounting tasks in a supportive team environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work independently while contributing to the team. Construction industry experience is a plus, but not essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting or tax preparation experience.
• Familiarity with tax return preparation and basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and client service abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Construction industry experience is a plus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual and business tax returns.
• Assist with tax compliance and related accounting work.
• Gather, review, and organize financial information and supporting documentation.
• Work with clients to obtain information and address tax-related queries.
• Support the team with general accounting duties as required.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure work is completed in line with relevant tax regulations and deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Job description

Introduction:

An established public accounting practice is looking for a motivated Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer to join its team in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional with 1–3 years of experience who is looking to build on their tax preparation skills and develop within a supportive environment.

Experience working with construction clients would be a significant advantage, although training can be provided for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare individual and business tax returns.
• Assist with tax compliance and related accounting work.
• Gather, review, and organize financial information and supporting documentation.
• Work with clients to obtain information and address tax-related queries.
• Support the team with general accounting duties as required.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure work is completed in line with relevant tax regulations and deadlines.

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of accounting or tax preparation experience.
• Familiarity with tax return preparation and basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and client service abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Construction industry experience is a plus, but not essential.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Your expertise. Your specialty. Your next opportunity.

Tagged as: Construction, Phoenix, Public Accounting, Staff Accountant, Tax Preparer