Tax Accountant

Design Hire LLC; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire LLC in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Tax Accountant with a strong background in individual and business tax filings. This role emphasizes accuracy, client service, and year-round support for financial questions.

You will prepare and review tax returns, assist with documentation, and use QuickBooks Online to review transactions and reconcile accounts for clean year-end reporting. CPA or EA certification is required, with payroll system experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong tax filing background covering individual and business returns.
• CPA or EA certification required.
• Experience in an accounting firm is a plus.
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online and payroll systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual and business tax filings with accuracy and deadlines.
• Support clients with tax documentation, financial records, and follow-up questions.
• Use QuickBooks Online to review transactions and reconcile accounts.
• Coordinate with clients and team members to collect missing information.
• Assist with accounting, payroll coordination, and general client support.

Skills

Tax filings expertise

Attention to detail

Client communication

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or EA certification

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Paycom

ADP Payroll

Job description

Gilbert, United States | Posted on 08/26/2026

Design Hire is seeking a Tax Accountant with a strong background in individual and business tax filings. This role is best suited for someone who is tax-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting clients with accurate filings, accounting records, and year-round financial questions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, business, and related tax filings with accuracy and attention to deadlines.
• Support clients with tax documentation, filing requirements, financial records, and follow-up questions.
• Use QuickBooks Online to review transactions, reconcile accounts, and support clean year-end reporting.
• Coordinate with clients and internal team members to collect missing information and resolve filing issues.
• Assist with accounting, payroll-related coordination, and general client support as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong tax filing background required, including individual and business returns.
• EA or CPA required
• Prior experience working in an accounting firm is a plus.
• QuickBooks Online experience required.
• Familiarity with Paycom, ADP, or similar payroll systems preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of tax preparation, documentation, deadlines, and client communication.
• High attention to detail, organization, confidentiality, and follow-through.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

Employment Eligibility: If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.