Tax Accountant

Job Description

Tax Accountant | Archer Lewis

The Tone:
This is an early career position at Archer Lewis, located in Puyallup, Washington, with a hybrid work arrangement. Archer Lewis is a national accounting and advisory firm, established in 2024 through mergers, that leverages over 70 years of legacy to serve over 65,000 clients with 600+ professionals across 40+ offices. This role is crucial for supporting accounting and tax functions across various client engagements while developing a strong technical foundation in financial reporting, tax compliance, and client service, working as part of the DTA Accountants team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Puyallup, WA
• Pay: $70000–$95000 yearly
• Team: Supports the DTA Accountants team, an integrated firm within the Archer Lewis national network, and works closely with senior team members.
• Mission: This person supports accurate financial records, timely accounting activities, and quality service delivery across diverse client engagements.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications, accounting software, financial systems, tax preparation software.

What You’ll Actually Do
• General Ledger Management: Prepare and post routine journal entries to the general ledger to ensure accurate financial records.
• Tax Return Preparation: Prepare individual, partnership, corporate, and other business tax returns under guidance.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Accounting Close Support: Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures, related accounting activities, and the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Tax Compliance & Research: Support tax research projects, compliance initiatives, and assist with responses to tax notices and audit requests.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Experience: 0-2 years of accounting, tax, or related experience.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications; strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy; excellent organizational and time-management skills; effective verbal and written communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Bonus: Internship experience is a plus; exposure to tax preparation software and tax compliance processes; familiarity with accounting software and financial systems.