Tax Accountant Job Description Template (Free, 2026)

Job Title: Tax Accountant Department: Finance / Accounting Location: [City, State] / Hybrid / Remote Reports To: Tax Manager / Controller / CFO Employment Type: Full-Time About [Company Name] [Company Name] is a [industry] company with operations in [number] states and annual revenue of [$X]. Our finance team manages a [describe: multi-entity / single-entity / partnership / C-corp] structure and is looking for a tax accountant to own our compliance and planning functions as we continue to grow. About the Role As Tax Accountant, you will be responsible for the preparation, review, and filing of federal, state, and local tax returns, as well as supporting the quarterly and annual tax provision process (ASC 740). You will work closely with our external advisors and internal finance team to ensure tax compliance across all jurisdictions while identifying planning opportunities to minimize our effective tax rate. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and file federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns (Form 1120, state equivalents) • Prepare and review quarterly and annual tax provision (ASC 740 / FAS 109) calculations • Manage multi-state income tax compliance, including nexus analysis and apportionment • Oversee sales and use tax compliance across all applicable jurisdictions • Prepare and file payroll tax returns and support payroll tax reconciliations • Respond to federal, state, and local tax notices and manage audit inquiries • Assist with tax research and planning on transactions, acquisitions, and restructuring • Maintain tax depreciation schedules and fixed asset registers for tax purposes • Coordinate with external tax advisors (Big 4 / regional CPA firm) on complex matters • Identify and implement process improvements and tax technology enhancements • Monitor tax law changes and assess impacts on the company's tax position • Support M&A due diligence and integration work as needed Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation • [X] years of tax compliance experience in public accounting or corporate tax • CPA license (or active CPA candidate in final exam stages) • Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state corporate income tax • Experience with tax software: [CorpTax / OneSource / CCH Axcess / Bloomberg Tax] • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP systems (NetSuite / SAP / Oracle) • Understanding of ASC 740 tax provision methodology • Excellent analytical and organizational skills Preferred Qualifications • Master of Taxation (MTax) or LLM in Tax • Experience with international tax compliance (Forms 5471, 8858, transfer pricing) • Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience • Exposure to tax technology tools and automation What We Offer • Base salary: $[X] – $[X] (see benchmarks below) • Annual performance bonus • CPA exam support and professional development budget • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with employer match • Flexible / hybrid work arrangement • [Any other benefits]