Tax Staff Accountant

Overview

A healthcare services organization is seeking a Tax Staff Accountant to join their team. This role offers an accelerated learning experience in a dynamic environment, working closely with the tax team to assist with all aspects of the tax department. The position is ideal for early-career professionals interested in tax and accounting/audit functions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and collaborate with external firms on quarterly income tax provisions and federal/state tax returns.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of consolidated federal, state, and local income tax returns, estimated tax payments, extensions, and other business-related filings.
• Prepare and file tax returns and workpapers related to sales/use tax, property tax, and other statutory filings.
• Prepare month-end journal entries related to sales/use tax, property tax, and other statutory filings.
• Prepare weekly tax payment forecasts.
• Assist with IRS and state income tax audits by preparing responses and schedules.
• Resolve notices received from IRS and state tax jurisdictions.
• Support various special tax-related projects.
• Conduct tax research and prepare internal tax memorandums.
• Verify general ledger tax accounts and collaborate with the accounting team on journal entries.
• Work with internal departments to gather information needed for tax deliverables.
• Maintain tax trackers and organize files.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 0-2 years of experience in tax or accounting, preferably with tax public accounting experience.
• Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and logical formulas.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPA license or working towards one.
• Experience in public accounting or corporate tax.

Work Arrangement

• Remote work is available.
• Preference for candidates located in the Greater Los Angeles Area for quarterly in-person team meetings.
• Occasional travel to Austin, TX (1-2 times per year) may be required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Employer-covered medical premiums (100% for employee, 50% for dependents on base plan).
• $0 copays and $0 deductibles with completion of baseline visit.
• Preventive and primary care included.
• Mental health support services.
• One-on-one care navigation.
• Chronic condition programs (diabetes, weight management, hypertension).
• Maternity and family planning support.
• 24/7/365 telehealth access.
• Pharmacy benefits.
• Comprehensive dental and vision coverage.
• Employer-provided life and disability insurance with supplemental options.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work options including remote and in-person opportunities.
• Generous paid time off policy plus 11 paid company holidays.
• 401(k) plan for full-time employees.
• Paid parental leave of 8–12 weeks, based on role eligibility.