Tax Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Reading, PA is seeking an Entry Level Tax Accountant to join a growing CPA firm. This is an excellent entry point for a recent Accounting or Finance graduate who wants a long-term career in tax accounting and public accounting.

No public accounting experience is required; the firm will train and offer hands-on exposure to individual and business tax engagements, with a clear path for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Internship or coursework related to tax/public accounting is a plus, but not required.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in tax and public accounting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses
• Support tax research and analysis under the guidance of experienced CPAs
• Prepare workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation for tax engagements
• Assist with tax planning and compliance projects
• Work with financial statements and accounting records to identify relevant tax information
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve basic questions
• Assist senior accountants and CPAs throughout tax season and during year-round client engagements
• Develop an understanding of current tax laws, regulations, and accounting practices
• Take on increasing responsibility as technical knowledge and experience grow

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

TAX ACCOUNTANT – Entry Level
Reading, PA
$70,000- $75,000

A growing and well-established CPA firm is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Accounting or Finance graduate who is interested in building a long-term career in tax accounting and public accounting.

No prior public accounting experience is required. The firm is willing to train a motivated new graduate and provide hands-on exposure to individual and business tax engagements, with a clear path for professional growth and advancement.

OVERVIEW OF THE TAX ACCOUNTANT ROLE:

• Assist with the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses
• Support tax research and analysis under the guidance of experienced CPAs
• Prepare workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation for tax engagements
• Assist with tax planning and compliance projects
• Work with financial statements and accounting records to identify relevant tax information
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve basic questions
• Assist senior accountants and CPAs throughout tax season and during year-round client engagements
• Develop an understanding of current tax laws, regulations, and accounting practices
• Take on increasing responsibility as technical knowledge and experience grow

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE TAX ACCOUNTANT:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Internship or coursework related to tax/public accounting is a plus, but not required
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in tax and public accounting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail

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