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Job Description Job Description DP Tax & Accounting PLLC is a growing tax & accounting firm serving individuals and small businesses across industries including agriculture, construction, and personal services. We’re hiring an experienced Public Tax Accountant to take increasing ownership of our business-client tax engagements—with the goal of transitioning primary responsibility for business clients to you over time so firm leadership can focus on individual and international tax work. This role is full-time during tax season and begins as part-time in the off-season, with the expectation that it will quickly transition to a year-round full-time position as you take ownership of business clients and help drive revenue growth through expanded client relationships, advisory work, and efficient delivery. For the right person, there is also potential for long-term equity/ownership. What you’ll do Serve as the primary accountant for our business tax client base, gradually assuming lead responsibility for entity engagements and client relationships. Prepare accurate, timely federal and state tax returns for individuals and business entities, including Forms 1040, 1120, 1065, and Personal Property Tax filings. Review bookkeeping and general ledger work for accuracy and completeness; identify reconciling items, needed adjusting entries, and documentation gaps prior to tax preparation. Partner with bookkeeping staff (and/or clients) to ensure year-end close is clean and tax-ready in QuickBooks Online/Desktop. Prepare 1099 analysis and support year-end information reporting processes (e.g., identifying reportable vendors, verifying W-9s, reconciling totals, and coordinating timely filings). Perform tax research to ensure compliance and support return positions. Analyze financial statements and supporting records to identify planning opportunities and potential tax savings. Maintain complete, well-organized workpapers and documentation in accordance with firm standards. Manage workflow and deadlines using TaxDome and Asana, keeping clients informed and engagements moving—especially during peak season. Use firm technology effectively (including UltraTax SaaS and, as needed, CCH Axcess for international engagements support) and contribute to continuous process improvement. Identify and execute opportunities to expand services for business clients (tax planning, cleanup/catch-up work, advisory support), in partnership with firm leadership. What we’re looking for Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Finance considered with strong tax background). 5 years of public accounting experience with an emphasis on entity tax preparation. CPA or EA strongly preferred, or currently eligible and actively pursuing licensure. Experience with or willingness to learn our tools: QuickBooks Online/Desktop, UltraTax SaaS, TaxDome, Asana (and CCH Axcess helpful; used primarily for international work). Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to prioritize competing deadlines. Confident communicator with a client-service mindset and interest in growing client relationships. Comfortable embracing technological change, including evaluating and responsibly using new tools (such as AI-enabled features) to improve accuracy, efficiency, and client experience. Role structure & growth Tax season: Full-time (hours vary by workload and deadlines). Off-season (initially): Part-time, with the expectation of rapidly moving to year-round full-time as business-client ownership and revenue growth expand. Career path: Opportunity to become the firm’s primary lead for business-client tax work and, for the right fit, pursue future ownership/equity. Equal Opportunity Background Check DP Tax & Accounting PLLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a routine background check6b250ea6-cee3-481d-915c-f7283f1b2f1b

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