Staff Tax Accountant

CFS; Great Falls (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

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Job summary

CFS in Northern Virginia is seeking a Staff Tax Accountant to help grow its tax practice. If you have a few years in public accounting, you will work closely with experienced CPAs to strengthen your tax skills and build a long-term career.

The position offers a competitive $80,000–$100,000 salary, hybrid flexibility outside of tax season, and opportunities to handle various tax work for individuals, businesses, and potentially trusts and estates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 1–3+ years of tax experience in public accounting.
• Hands-on experience preparing individual income tax returns (Form 1040).
• Knowledge of federal and state income tax regulations.
• CPA license or actively pursuing CPA certification.
• Experience preparing partnership or S corp tax returns.
• Experience with professional tax preparation software.
• Exposure to high-net-worth individuals, trusts, or estates.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage deadlines during tax season.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state individual income tax returns (Form 1040).
• Assist with business tax returns, including partnerships and S corporations (Forms 1065 and 1120-S).
• Review financial records and supporting documentation to ensure accurate tax filings.
• Research tax regulations and assist with tax planning and compliance.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve tax-related questions.
• Work closely with senior accountants and managers to meet filing deadlines.
• Develop your technical knowledge and take on additional responsibilities over time.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Individual tax returns (1040)

Federal/state tax regulations

Deadline management

Partnership/S-corp tax returns

High-net-worth/trusts/estates exposure

Tax software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA license or in progress

Tools

Tax preparation software

Job description

Salary: $80,000–$100,000, depending on experience

Location: Northern Virginia

Office Situation: Hybrid flexibility, with increased onsite expectations during tax season

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Ready to grow your tax career without getting lost in a large accounting firm?

We're partnering with an established, growing CPA firm in Northern Virginia that’s looking for a Staff Tax Accountant to join its team! This is a great opportunity for someone with a few years of public accounting experience who wants to strengthen their technical skills, work closely with experienced CPAs, and build a long-term career.

Here’s What Makes This Opportunity Worth Exploring

• Competitive Salary: Earn $80K–$100K, depending on experience.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy greater scheduling flexibility outside of tax season.
• Career Growth: Build your skills and take on additional responsibilities as you develop.
• Work Directly with Experienced CPAs: Gain exposure to seasoned professionals and expand your tax knowledge.
• Variety of Tax Work: Work with individuals, businesses, and potentially trusts and estates.
• Meaningful Client Relationships: Be part of a team that values personalized service and long-term client relationships.
• Established, Growing Firm: Join a stable practice where your contributions matter and you can make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state individual income tax returns (Form 1040).
• Assist with business tax returns, including partnerships and S corporations (Forms 1065 and 1120‑S), as experience allows.
• Review financial records and supporting documentation to ensure accurate tax filings.
• Research tax regulations and assist with tax planning and compliance.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve tax-related questions.
• Work closely with senior accountants and managers to meet filing deadlines.
• Develop your technical knowledge and take on additional responsibilities over time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 1–3+ years of tax experience in public accounting.
• Hands‑on experience preparing individual income tax returns (Form 1040).
• Knowledge of federal and state income tax regulations.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work collaboratively during tax season.
• CPA license or actively pursuing CPA certification.
• Experience preparing partnership or S corporation tax returns.
• Exposure to high‑net‑worth individuals, trusts, or estates.
• Experience with professional tax preparation software.

Interested? Let’s Talk!

If you’re a Tax Accountant looking for a firm where you can continue learning, take on meaningful work, and grow your career, I’d love to hear from you!

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