Staff Tax Accountant

Lane Gorman Trubitt, LLC; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking accounting firm as a Tax Staff, where you will embark on an exciting career in tax preparation. This role offers hands-on learning and professional development, allowing you to work closely with experienced professionals who are dedicated to your success. You will gain exposure to various industries while preparing individual and business tax returns, drafting responses to tax notices, and analyzing client financial information. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to career growth, this position is perfect for those eager to learn and make a significant impact in the world of tax accounting.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Assistance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation required.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam or actively pursuing certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state income tax returns ranging from simple to moderately complex.
• Research tax laws and apply findings to client-specific situations.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Tax Concepts

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Master's Degree in Taxation

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Lane Gorman Trubitt, LLC

Are you looking to start your career in tax with an accounting firm that offers hands-on learning, professional development, and a collaborative environment? Join our team as a Tax Staff, where you’ll play a key role in preparing and reviewing individual and business tax returns, building a strong technical foundation, and working closely with experienced professionals who are invested in your success.

What You’ll Do

As a Tax Staff, you'll gain exposure to a variety of industries and entity types, preparing individual, corporate, partnership, S-Corp, and trust returns. You’ll also:

• Prepare federal and state income tax returns ranging from simple to moderately complex.
• Draft responses to IRS and state tax notices.
• Research tax laws and apply findings to client-specific situations.
• Analyze client-provided financial information and prepare necessary adjustments or journal entries.
• Build your understanding of depreciation, trial balances, and tax planning strategies.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy and timeliness of deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation (required).
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam (150 credit hours completed or in progress), or actively pursuing certification.
• Strong grasp of accounting principles and tax concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills applicable to a client environment.
• Eagerness to learn, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Career Growth – Work alongside mentors and experienced professionals who support your development. Compensation and promotion evaluated annually.
• Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values integrity, learning, and mutual respect. Join our Young Professionals, DE&I Committee, Kindness Committee and more.
• Flexible Work Environment – Currently LGT is operating in a hybrid work environment, with most employees in the office 60% of the time. New staff are required to be in-office for training period.
• Competitive Total Rewards – Full-time compensation based on 2,300 annual hours (including PTO, holidays, training, etc.). Benefits including paid family leave, no-cost health plan option, tuition and CPA assistance, 401k profit-sharing, wellness program and more!
• Some overtime is required, particularly during peak tax season (mid-January through April 15), which may include 50+ hour weeks.
• Travel is minimal and typically local; occasionally attend seminars, client meetings, or training events within the local area.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Accounting and Financial Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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