Tax Accountant
Creative Financial Staffing
Canonsburg, PA · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
Tax Accountant
Canonsburg, PA 15317 $70,000-$80,000
About the Opportunity
Our client, an established CPA firm, is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join its team. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base while preparing individual and small business tax returns in a collaborative, client-focused environment.
The ideal candidate has strong technical tax knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple client engagements while meeting deadlines.
Tax Accountant Responsibilities
Client Service & Consultation
Meet with clients to gather tax documentation and financial information.
The Tax Accountant will conduct client interviews to identify income sources, deductions, credits, and tax planning opportunities.
Serve as a resource for clients throughout the tax preparation process.
Review completed returns with clients and explain tax outcomes in a clear, professional manner.
Tax Preparation
Prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals and small businesses.
Prepare and review:
Form 1040 Individual Returns
Schedule C Returns
Partnership Returns (1065)
S-Corporation Returns (1120-S)
K-1 Reporting
Estate and Trust Returns, as applicable
The Tax Accountant will identify deductions, credits, and tax-saving opportunities.
Electronically file returns and monitor acceptance status.
Assist with tax-related questions, extensions, and follow-up requests.
Compliance & Collaboration
Maintain accurate and complete client records and supporting documentation.
The Tax Accountant will ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations.
Research and resolve tax issues as they arise.
Collaborate with other members of the accounting team on complex tax matters.
Qualifications of the Tax Accountant Role
Required
3+ years of professional tax preparation experience.
Experience preparing individual and small business tax returns.
Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume tax workload.
Strong knowledge of federal and Pennsylvania tax regulations.
Experience with professional tax software such as Drake, Lacerte, UltraTax, ProSeries, or similar.
Excellent communication, organizational, and client relationship skills.
Preferred
CPA designation.
Experience with:
Self-employed individuals
Rental properties
Multi-state tax returns
Retirees
Cryptocurrency transactions
Trust and estate taxation
Previous experience working in a CPA firm or public accounting environment.
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