Tax Accountant - Temp-to-Hire | Growth Path

AppleOne Employment Services; Santa Ynez (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Santa Ynez, CA is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant for a temp-to-hire position. The role targets a detail-oriented tax professional with 3–5 years of tax accounting or public accounting experience.

The position involves preparing and reviewing tax returns, supporting planning efforts, and researching tax regulations, serving a diverse client base in an established accounting and auditing environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns.
• Support tax planning, compliance, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Research tax regulations and apply findings to client tax matters.
• Manage multiple client accounts, deadlines, and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and other business entities.
• Support tax planning strategies and identify opportunities to help clients manage tax liabilities.
• Research complex tax matters and interpret applicable federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Review financial statements, accounting records, and supporting documentation for tax preparation and compliance.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, answer questions, and resolve tax-related issues.
• Maintain accurate tax records while collaborating with accounting professionals to support client engagements and department goals.

Skills

Tax accounting

Public accounting

Excel

Tax regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA or EA certification (preferred)

Tools

Tax preparation software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services in Santa Ynez, CA is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant for a temp-to-hire position. The role targets a detail-oriented tax professional with 3–5 years of tax accounting or public accounting experience.

The position involves preparing and reviewing tax returns, supporting planning efforts, and researching tax regulations, serving a diverse client base in an established accounting and auditing environment with opportunities for professional growth.