Tax Accountant

Whaley Hammonds; McDonough (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Hybrid work arrangements

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Whaley Hammonds in McDonough, GA is seeking a Tax Accountant with 2+ years of public accounting tax experience to lead tax engagements and coordinate accounting services for diverse clients.

The role offers mentoring from experienced CPAs, a collaborative team culture, and a focus on work-life balance with flexible schedules, including hybrid work arrangements and limited overtime during the busy season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 2+ years of recent public accounting tax experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• CPA license or CPA candidate is a plus.
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax laws.
• Proficiency in MS Office and tax software (UltraTax a plus).

Responsibilities

• Tax Services – Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, trust & estate, and non-profit tax returns.
• Accounting Services – Lead engagements throughout all phases of accounting including tax research & planning and financial statement preparation.
• Resolve Tax Matters – Research and resolve federal and state tax issues.
• Client Services - Build trusted client relationships and work collaboratively with staff and clients.

Skills

Tax research

Client service

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA candidate / CPA license preferred

Tools

MS Office

UltraTax

Job description

TAX ACCOUNTANT

Why Whaley Hammonds?

• We’re Growing: We need motivated team players to learn and grow with us.
• Career Track: We offer opportunities for professional advancement including senior, management and leadership roles!
• Mentoring & Support: Learn directly from experienced CPAs who want to help you succeed.
• Our Culture: We prioritize work-life balance with flexible schedules and work arrangements, limited overtime during busy season and half-day Fridays during the summer!

Whaley Hammonds, a dynamic public accounting firm located in McDonough, GA, provides a wide range of tax, accounting and advisory services to a diverse roster of clients including small businesses and individuals. We're currently seeking a dedicated self-starter with 2+ years of recent public accounting experience to lead tax and accounting engagements.

Responsibilities

• Tax Services – Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, trust & estate, and non-profit tax returns.
• Accounting Services – Lead engagements throughout all phases of accounting including tax research & planning and financial statement preparation.
• Resolve Tax Matters – Research and resolve federal and state tax issues.
• Client Services - Build trusted client relationships and work collaboratively with staff and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 2+ years of recent public accounting tax experience preparing individual and business tax returns
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax laws
• CPA license or CPA candidate is a plus
• Strong organizational, communication, analytical, client service and PC skills including MS Office and tax software proficiency (UltraTax proficiency is a plus)
• Desire to learn with the ability to juggle priorities, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience in the healthcare and hospitality industries is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including employer paid health insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• A better work/life balance with generous holidays, PTO and vacation time, a flexible schedule, hybrid work arrangements and limited overtime during busy season
• Significant opportunity for professional advancement and leadership
• Fun, professional, collaborative and family-oriented work environment

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Whaley Hammonds is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Work Location: In person