Tax Staff

Job Description

Tax Staff | HoganTaylor

The Tone:
This is an early career position at HoganTaylor. HoganTaylor is a professional services firm built on principles of unity and service, focusing on delivering quality tax services to clients. This role is crucial for providing essential tax services, making a meaningful impact on clients, communities, and the team by supporting their financial objectives.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Team: Collaborates with a team to deliver tax services.
• Mission: Provide quality tax services across various industries to make a meaningful impact on clients, communities, and the team.
• Tech Stack: tax software, digital tools, paperless accounting systems, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare: Accurately prepare federal and state tax returns for business and individual clients, applying core tax rules.
• Research: Develop tax research and planning skills by identifying opportunities and offering proactive solutions.
• Communicate: Share results and updates with internal teams and clients, ensuring clear and professional communication.
• Support: Understand each client’s objectives and deliver services that help them achieve their financial goals.
• Optimize: Use tax software and digital tools efficiently to enhance productivity, manage time, and identify process improvements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Internship or 6 months–2 years of public accounting experience, ideally in a tax-focused role.
• Skills: Strong technical, research, organizational, and analytical skills with an eye for detail. Proficiency with paperless accounting systems and Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a client-focused mindset. Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Bonus: Compliance with the 150-hour rule and/or CPA certification preferred or in progress.