Tax Accountant - Public

We are looking for a Tax Accountant - Public to join a growing CPA firm in Harrisburg. This position supports a varied portfolio of individual and business clients by delivering accurate tax preparation, research, and advisory assistance. The ideal candidate brings public accounting experience, strong analytical judgment, and a client-focused approach to managing deadlines and compliance obligations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare federal, state, and local tax filings for individuals, corporations, and other business entities with accuracy and timeliness.

• Conduct tax research and contribute to planning strategies that help clients address compliance needs and make informed financial decisions.

• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide responsive support throughout the tax engagement process.

• Partner with other tax professionals to coordinate workloads, resolve issues, and meet filing deadlines across multiple client accounts.

• Review financial information and supporting documentation to ensure complete and accurate tax reporting.

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and related schedules needed to support tax engagements.

• Use accounting and tax software, including QuickBooks, to organize client records and maintain efficient workflow management

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• 1+ year of tax experience within a public accounting environment.

• CPA license or progress toward CPA eligibility is preferred.

• Ability to prepare accurate work product with strong attention to detail.

• Proficiency with QuickBooks and other standard tax preparation tools