Tax Accountant

Iowa Society of CPAs; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Paid time off

Flexible hours

Retirement plan

Health insurance

On-site fitness

Annual bonus opportunity

Path to partnership

Job summary

Flagg & Company CPAs, a public accounting firm in West Des Moines, IA, seeks dedicated Tax Accountants for a full-time, in-office role. Expect compensation between $65,000 and $100,000 with a production-based bonus potential and opportunities for professional growth, including a potential path to partnership.

Responsibilities include direct client tax and accounting work, documentation, research, and engagement planning, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and client relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent
• At least two years of tax and accounting experience in a public accounting firm preferred
• Knowledge of federal and state tax rules, GAAP, payroll and sales-tax rules
• Experience with QuickBooks or Sage 50, MS Office, and income-tax software
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
• Commitment to high-quality work and collaboration with clients and team
• Willingness to learn and grow

Responsibilities

• Work directly with clients on tax and accounting needs including income tax and payroll
• Prepare organized workpapers supporting tax returns and financial statements
• Respond to client questions and provide timely service
• Research and resolve tax and accounting issues
• Assist management with engagement planning and project coordination
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Stay current with tax and accounting standards through continuing education

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Prioritization

Learning mindset

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks or Sage 50

Microsoft Office Suite

Income-tax software

Job description

Flagg & Company CPAs is an established public accounting firm in West Des Moines, Iowa. We provide individual and business tax preparation, small-business accounting, and consulting services. We are seeking dedicated, self-motivated Tax Accountants to join our growing team.

This is a full-time, in-office position with opportunities for professional growth, performance-based compensation, and a potential path to partnership for the right candidate.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $65,000–$100,000, based on education, experience, skills, and professional knowledge. Eligible employees may also earn an annual production-based bonus.

Job Duties

• Work directly with clients to address tax and accounting needs, including income tax, payroll, sales tax, bank reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger review, and financial statement preparation
• Prepare accurate, well-organized workpapers that support tax returns, accounting work, and financial reporting
• Respond to routine client questions and provide timely, professional service
• Research and resolve tax and accounting issues
• Assist management with engagement planning, workflow coordination, and project management
• Develop and maintain strong, trusted client relationships
• Stay current with tax, accounting, and professional standards through continuing education

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• At least two years of tax and accounting experience in a public accounting firm preferred
• Working knowledge of federal and state tax rules, GAAP, payroll requirements, and sales-tax rules
• Experience with QuickBooks or Sage 50, Microsoft Office Suite, and income-tax preparation software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize multiple engagements, manage deadlines, and keep management informed of progress
• Commitment to producing high-quality work and reviewing your own work for accuracy
• Professional, collaborative approach with clients and team members
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn and grow

Benefits

• Paid professional development and continuing education
• Paid time off
• Flexible work hours
• Retirement plan
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
• On-site fitness center
• Annual production-based bonus opportunity
• Potential path to partnership

Flagg & Company CPAs is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.