Tax Staff II

Lane Gorman Trubitt•Dallas, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Founded in 1950, Lane Gorman Trubitt, LLC is a middle-market, regional public accounting firm located in the Uptown neighborhood of Dallas, TX. We are affiliated with PrimeGlobal, an association of independent accounting firms. Currently, LGT has around 140 employees working in various service lines including assurance/audit, tax, accounting and consulting services. Are you looking to start your career in tax with an accounting firm that offers hands-on learning, professional development, and a collaborative environment? Join our team as a Tax Staff II, where you’ll play a key role in preparing and reviewing individual and business tax returns, building a strong technical foundation, and working closely with experienced professionals who are invested in your success. As a Tax Staff, you'll gain exposure to a variety of industries and entity types, preparing individual, corporate, partnership, S-Corp, and trust returns. You’ll also: Prepare federal and state income tax returns ranging from simple to moderately complex. Draft responses to IRS and state tax notices. Research tax laws and apply findings to client-specific situations. Analyze client-provided financial information and prepare necessary adjustments or journal entries. Build your understanding of depreciation, trial balances, and tax planning strategies. Collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy and timeliness of deliverables.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of public accounting experience in a Tax department.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation (required).
Eligible to sit for the CPA exam (150 credit hours completed or in progress), or actively pursuing certification.
Strong grasp of accounting principles and tax concepts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills applicable to a client environment.
Eagerness to learn, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

Prepare federal and state income tax returns ranging from simple to moderately complex.
Draft responses to IRS and state tax notices.
Research tax laws and apply findings to client-specific situations.
Analyze client-provided financial information and prepare necessary adjustments or journal entries.
Build your understanding of depreciation, trial balances, and tax planning strategies.
Collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy and timeliness of deliverables.