Tax Accountant (Full-Time Cohort Program)

Focus Financial Partners•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

GRF, Focus Partners Business Management is hiring Tax Accountants for a cohort program starting in July 2027. The role supports client service through preparation of reports, simple to moderately complex tax returns, tax projections, and tax research. Team members work on-site at the Nashville, Tennessee office 4–5 days per week. The position also supports client tax matters, financial reporting, touring-artist tax clearances, and other client service projects. It is non-exempt. Annualized base pay is expected to be $60,000; actual pay may vary based on experience, expertise, work location, and skills. Other compensation may include an annual cash bonus and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a 401(k). The job title may change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently received a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or a related field.
Expected graduation date before June 2027.
Ability to work at and commute to the Nashville, Tennessee office.
Permanent authorization to work in the United States.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
Solid interpersonal and other soft skills, including communication, time management, emotional intelligence, adaptability, active listening, and critical thinking.
Ability to learn new systems and process information quickly.
Organization skills and attention to detail.
Complete required assessments and a digital video interview within five days of receiving the link; a new digital video interview is required for each position and location applied to.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience preparing and/or reviewing individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns.
Familiarity with Agilink.
Familiarity with GoSystems and CCH tax software.
CPA or CPA eligibility is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare individual, corporate (S corporation and C corporation), partnership, estate, trust, fiduciary, and exempt-organization tax returns.
Review general ledgers and reports to assist with tax projections.
Perform tax research and planning as needed to resolve clients’ tax issues.
Correspond regarding tax notices, jurisdictional issues, and tax audits.
Prepare closeouts for loan-out corporations and analyze federal and state payroll-withholding requirements.
Assist with financial reports, which may include net worth statements, cash-flow schedules, meeting packages, budgets, investment analyses, and tour reconciliations.
Assist with state, local, and international tax clearances for touring artists.
Assist the client service team with other projects, including audits, as necessary.