Job Summary

A well-established public accounting firm in Tucson, AZ is seeking an experienced Tax Specialist (CPA or EA) to join its Tax Department on a direct hire basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional with strong technical knowledge, client service skills, and a desire to grow within a stable and collaborative public accounting environment.

The CPA will prepare business, individual, trust, estate, and gift tax returns while serving as a trusted tax resource for clients and internal team members. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed tax work, problem-solving, client communication, and contributing to a team that values accuracy, professionalism, and long-term relationships.

This opportunity offers supportive leadership, a team-oriented culture, flexible scheduling, continuing education support, and clear opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare individual and business income tax returns, including multi-state filings.
- Provide income tax services for businesses, individuals, trusts, estates, and gift tax returns.
- Conduct quarterly tax planning for business and individual clients.
- Review financial statements and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to tax preparation.
- Research and resolve tax-related issues, inquiries, and compliance matters.
- Communicate with federal, state, and local taxing authorities as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year.
- Direct hire opportunity.
- Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday.
- Occasional weekend work as needed.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
- Paid time off and paid sick time.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Continuing education support and professional development opportunities.
- Retirement plan.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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