Tax Staff

Frost, PLLC; Fayetteville (AR); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working Environment

401(k) retirement

Company-provided equipment

Education reimbursement

Paid PTO and holidays

Paid CPE

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Life and disability insurance

Professional membership fees

Job summary

Frost, PLLC in Arkansas is seeking a Tax Staff member to support individual returns (1040) and simpler business returns (1120). You will prepare organized tax files, apply tax knowledge, and ensure documentation and research support for transactions.

Flexibility includes a hybrid work model with strong mentorship from experienced staff. We value foundational GAAP knowledge, a bachelor’s degree in accounting, and readiness to work extended hours during the busy season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of GAAP and other accounting-related topics.
• Ability to work extended hours during the busy season.

Responsibilities

• Effectively prepare and apply tax knowledge to individual returns (ex. 1040) and less complex business returns (ex. 1120).
• Prepare a completed and organized tax file, including appropriate supporting documentation for the tax return.
• Exhibit an understanding of the tax levels of authorities, legal precedents, rulings, and regulations.
• Anticipate problems and issues.
• Effectively exhibit communication, listening, and problem-solving skills including asking questions.
• Comply with Firm practice management procedures and systems.
• Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental principles of tax law.
• Develop positive working relationships with all clients.
• Exhibit an understanding of computer systems used in the tax preparation process.
• Provide research support to a transaction review process.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Our Tax Staff work closely with clients from various industries while allowing you to hone your skillset through the guidance of experienced staff and seasoned management personnel. Grow professionally, use critical thinking to solve problems, and build lasting relationships while creating an amazing career for yourself.

Your key responsibilities:

• Effectively prepare and apply tax knowledge to individual returns (ex. 1040) and less complex business returns (ex. 1120)
• Prepare a completed and organized tax file, including appropriate supporting documentation for the tax return.
• Exhibit an understanding of the tax levels of authorities, legal precedents, rulings, and regulations.
• Anticipate problems and issues.
• Effectively exhibit communication, listening, and problem-solving skills including asking questions.
• Comply with Firm practice management procedures and systems.
• Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental principles of tax law.
• Develop positive working relationships with all clients.
• Exhibit an understanding of computer systems used in the tax preparation process.
• Provide research support to a transaction review process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of GAAP and other accounting-related topics.
• Ability to work extended hours during the busy season

What is in it for you?

• Competitive compensation
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit programs
  
• Hybrid Working Environment*
• 401(k) retirement
• Company-provided equipment
• Education reimbursement
• Supportive career environments
• Coaching and Mentoring Program
• Internal learning opportunities
• Paid membership to business, civic, and professional organizations.
• Emotional well-being resources
• Paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid membership fees to professional groups
• Paid CPE

Who is Frost?

Frost, PLLC is the largest CPA firm based in Arkansas, and we have been in business for 50 years. While we specialize in agribusiness (e.g., poultry, eggs, swine, and row crops), we also have clients in a multitude of industries. Our partner group is committed to nurturing your growth, offering mentorship, technical & soft skills training, and other essential tools. Since 1974, Frost has excelled in providing top-tier financial services and reliable advice to propel your business forward. Join us in navigating challenges with personalized strategies, leveraging our extensive experience and BDO Alliance membership.

*Employees must work in the office for the first 6 months.

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