Tax Accountant

About the Role

We are a well-established CPA firm in Bloomington, Illinois, committed to providing personalized tax services, practical tax planning, and exceptional client support. We take pride in building long-term client relationships and fostering a collaborative environment where accounting professionals can grow their expertise, take ownership of their work, and build a rewarding career.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $60,000–$90,000, depending on experience, credentials, and CPA status.
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule: Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement and flexibility to support your work-life balance.
• Meaningful Time Off: Bank additional hours worked during tax season for extra time off during the rest of the year.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access health insurance, employer-sponsored 401(k), and paid time off.
• Flexible Employment Options: We prefer a full-time hire but will consider a seasonal full-time schedule during tax season with reduced part-time hours during the remainder of the year.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare Individual Tax Returns: Prepare accurate individual income tax returns while ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Build Client Relationships: Work directly with clients to gather financial information, answer questions, and deliver responsive, high-quality service.
• Support Tax Planning: Coordinate tax preparation and planning involving S corporations, partnerships, LLCs, and trusts.
• Manage Deadlines & Priorities: Oversee multiple client engagements, maintain organized records, and meet filing deadlines, including during the busy tax season.
• Collaborate & Grow: Partner with colleagues to deliver comprehensive tax solutions while continuing to develop your technical knowledge and client service skills.

Qualifications

• 0–8 years of public accounting experience, ideally with individual tax preparation.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to work additional hours during tax season.
• Strong organizational, communication, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines effectively.