Tax Accountant

Connect Search, LLC; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Career growth

Collaborative environment

Long-term client relationships

Diverse client base

Job summary

Connect Search LLC is recruiting for a Tax Accountant opportunity with a confidential public accounting firm in San Angelo, Texas. You will prepare federal and state returns, assist with planning and compliance, and work directly with clients to resolve questions and deliver timely updates.

Ideal candidates range from early-career to experienced, with a bachelor’s in accounting and at least 1 year of tax experience. CPA eligibility is a plus. Relocation to San Angelo is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• 1+ years of tax preparation experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Experience preparing individual and/or business tax returns.
• Working knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• CPA license or CPA eligibility is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with professional tax preparation software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and a client-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S-Corporations, C-Corporations, and other business entities.
• Assist with tax planning, research, and compliance for individuals and privately held businesses.
• Review financial records and supporting documentation to ensure accurate tax reporting.
• Research federal and state tax regulations and identify potential tax-saving opportunities.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, resolve questions, and provide timely updates.
• Assist with IRS and state tax notices and correspondence.
• Collaborate with senior accountants, managers, and partners to meet client deadlines and deliver quality work.
• Support accounting, bookkeeping, and financial statement preparation as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Client service mindset

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA eligibility

Tools

QuickBooks

UltraTax

CCH Axcess

Lacerte

ProSeries

Job description

Connect Search LLC is recruiting for a Tax Accountant opportunity with a confidential public accounting firm in San Angelo, Texas.

We're looking for a detail-oriented tax professional who enjoys working with clients, solving complex tax questions, and building their expertise in tax preparation, compliance, and planning.

Whether you're an early-career Tax Accountant looking to expand your skills or an experienced tax professional ready for a new environment, we'd love to connect!

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys the variety of public accounting, values strong client relationships, and wants to continue growing professionally.

Candidates throughout the Concho Valley and those interested in relocating to San Angelo are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S-Corporations, C-Corporations, and other business entities.
• Assist with tax planning, research, and compliance for individuals and privately held businesses.
• Review financial records and supporting documentation to ensure accurate tax reporting.
• Research federal and state tax regulations and identify potential tax-saving opportunities.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, resolve questions, and provide timely updates.
• Assist with IRS and state tax notices and correspondence.
• Collaborate with senior accountants, managers, and partners to meet client deadlines and deliver quality work.
• Support accounting, bookkeeping, and financial statement preparation as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.
• 1+ years of tax preparation experience, preferably in public accounting.
• Experience preparing individual and/or business tax returns.
• Working knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• CPA license or CPA eligibility is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with professional tax preparation software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and a client-service mindset.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Individual and business tax return preparation (1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S)
• Tax research, planning, and compliance
• Partnership and pass-through entity taxation
• QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
• Professional tax software such as UltraTax, CCH Axcess, Lacerte, or ProSeries
• Experience with oil and gas, real estate, construction, or privately held business clients is a plus, but not required.

Base Salary: $65,000–$95,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications (subject to client approval).

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Opportunity to expand technical tax knowledge
• Exposure to a diverse client base
• Professional development and career growth
• Collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to build long-term client relationships

Connect Search LLC is recruiting on behalf of a confidential client. Additional details will be shared with qualified candidates during the recruiting process.