Tax Accountant - Public Accounting

Legado Talent; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunity for growth and advancement

401(k) with company match and profit sharing

Job summary

A fast-growing public accounting firm in Portland is seeking a Tax Accountant to prepare tax returns for S Corporations and Partnerships. The ideal candidate should have 1–3+ years of public accounting experience and strong knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations. This role offers competitive compensation, 401(k) with company matching, and growth opportunities within the firm. If you excel in a fast-paced environment and have a client-service mindset, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of public accounting and tax preparation experience.
• Experience with entity-level tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax regulations, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for S Corporations and Partnerships.
• Assist with tax planning, research, and compliance matters.
• Review client financial information for accuracy.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Tax preparation experience

Interpersonal skills

Client-service mindset

Ability to manage priorities

Proficiency with accounting software

Knowledge of GAAP

Knowledge of tax regulations

Tools

Accounting software applications

Job description

Overview

Legado Talent is seeking a Tax Accountant to join a fast-growing public accounting firm in Portland. The role focuses on preparing tax returns for S Corporations and Partnerships and provides exposure to other entity types and high‑net‑worth individuals.

Base Pay Range

$70,000.00/yr – $90,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for S Corporations, Partnerships, and other entities
• Assist with tax planning, research, and compliance matters
• Review client financial information to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Support engagement schedules, timelines, and deliverables to meet deadlines
• Communicate directly with clients regarding documentation needs, inquiries, and updates
• Collaborate with internal team members across multiple engagements

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of public accounting and tax preparation experience
• Experience with entity-level tax returns, including pass‑through taxation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client‑service mindset
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency with accounting and tax software applications
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax regulations, and compliance standards

Why you should apply

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunity for extensive growth and advancement
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing

Legado Talent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.