Tax Accountant - CPA

Carson City, NV

Our client, a well‑established CPA firm in Northern Nevada with more than 20 years of trusted service, is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join their team. This role offers a strong career path with the potential for future equity ownership for the right CPA.

As a key member of the firm, you will help lead and manage multiple functions within the tax practice, ensuring high‑quality service that reflects the firm’s long-standing reputation for accuracy and client trust.

In this position, you will prepare and review a variety of tax returns, support clients with year‑round planning, and collaborate with a seasoned and supportive team invested in your professional growth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values stability, enjoys diverse work, and thrives in a relationship‑driven, detail‑oriented environment.

What the Tax Accountant will do:

  • Perform diversified accounting, and tax assignments under the direction of a supervisor, manager or partner
  • Preparation of complex tax returns (individual, corporate and partnership returns)
  • Ability to analyze tax issues and come to conclusions
  • Prepare quarterly and year-end estimates to assist clients with tax planning
  • Demonstrate competency in technical skills, work quality and application of professional and firm standards
  • Meet time constraints and manage client deadlines
  • Participate in firm training courses as required
  • Lead and manage team members as directed
  • Provide excellent client service by producing quality work, quick turnaround and attentive service
  • Support responses to IRS and Department of Taxation inquiries
  • Collaborate with partners and staff on complex tax engagements

What the ideal candidate needs to have:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field is required
  • Experience preparing Individual, C & S Corp, Partnership & other entity returns
  • 5+ years' recent/current experience in public accounting and tax preparation
  • Knowledge of tax software and MS Office
  • In-depth tax knowledge at the local, state and federal levels
  • Excellent oral/written communication skills
  • Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure, balancing multiple projects and deadlines
  • Ability to assist with tax audits and responses to tax authorities
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and maintain a professional demeanor

What the Tax Accountant will enjoy:

  • Competitive salary with leadership dedicated to your success
  • Exciting career path with opportunities for advancement and partnership
  • Culture focused on an open and collaborative atmosphere
  • CPA License Fees and Respective Renewals
  • AICPA, NV Society of CPAs, and other approved Professional Dues
  • CPA America Membership
  • Reimbursed CPE costs and other approved related CPE costs
  • Professional and Industry Periodic Subscriptions
  • Generous PTO plan
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Great Health Benefits
  • Flexible scheduling during non-peak seasons with potential for hybrid flexibility

Compensation dependent on education, certification, and experience.

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