Tax Accountant (Remote)

AlphaHire • Allentown, PA

7h • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join a growing public accounting firm serving privately held businesses, business owners, executives, and high-net-worth individuals. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional with 3–5 years of public accounting experience who is looking to expand their expertise in tax compliance, planning, and advisory services while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work environment. The ideal candidate has a strong background in tax preparation, thrives in a collaborative setting, and enjoys building long-term client relationships. Qualified candidates will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of business and individual tax engagements while advancing their careers with a respected public accounting firm.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of public accounting experience with a strong focus on tax.
• Experience preparing business entity and complex individual tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while effectively managing priorities.
• Must reside within the Eastern or Central Time Zone.

Nice To Haves

• CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred.
• Candidates with less experience should be available for occasional travel to the Allentown, PA office for training and collaboration.
• Highly experienced candidates may qualify for a fully remote arrangement with minimal travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for corporations, partnerships, S corporations, and individuals.
• Prepare complex individual tax returns for business owners, executives, and high-net-worth clients.
• Research tax laws and regulations to support compliance and tax planning strategies.
• Assist with tax planning, consulting engagements, and special projects.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide practical recommendations to clients.
• Communicate directly with clients through phone, email, and virtual meetings.
• Collaborate with partners and senior staff on complex tax and advisory engagements.
• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Manage multiple client engagements while maintaining exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Prepare and maintain organized workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Stay current on changes in tax legislation and accounting standards.

Benefits

• Fully remote opportunity for qualified candidates.
• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees.
• SIMPLE retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 3%.
• Additional paid time off earned through overtime beyond the first 60 hours annually.
• Employees commonly earn 4–6 weeks of PTO each year.
• Flexible, collaborative, and supportive team environment.
• Exposure to sophisticated business, individual, and advisory tax engagements.
• Direct mentorship from experienced partners and firm leadership.
• Ongoing professional development and clear opportunities for long-term career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed