Tax Accountant

H. T. PROF Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant in Central Phoenix with a base salary of $80,000-$105,000 depending on experience. The role involves preparing and reviewing tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, and corporations, and guiding clients through tax planning and compliance.

You will work closely with a CPA firm to ensure accurate filings, offer strategic tax projections, and mentor junior staff while managing client relationships and handling audits as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s or CPA preferred).
• 3–5+ years of relevant experience in public accounting or tax.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations and accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, business, trust, and corporate tax returns.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all tax documents.
• Conduct tax planning and projections for clients or the organization.
• Research and resolve tax issues, staying current with changing regulations.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior staff and interns.
• Manage client relationships and serve as a key contact for tax matters.
• Provide support during tax audits and interact with tax authorities as needed.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and make recommendations for business/process improvements.

Skills

Tax accounting

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree or CPA preferred

Tools

CCH Axcess Tax

ProSystem fx Tax

Job description

We are recruiting an experienced Tax Accountant for a CPA in Central Phoenix. This role has a base salary of $80,000 - $105,000 depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, business, trust, and corporate tax returns
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all tax documents
• Conduct tax planning and projections for clients or the organization
• Research and resolve tax issues, staying current with changing regulations
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior staff and interns
• Manage client relationships and serve as a key contact for tax matters
• Provide support during tax audits and interact with tax authorities as needed
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and make recommendations for business/process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s or CPA preferred)
• 3–5+ years of relevant experience in public accounting or tax
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations and accounting principles
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency with CCH Axcess Tax and ProSystem fx Tax