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Tax Accountant (Cleveland)

Confidential Client•Financial Services
Entry LevelFull-timeHybrid$59,154
Newburgh Heights, Ohio
8 Days Ago

The Staff Tax Accountant role at Confidential Client's expanding Cleveland office involves preparing business tax returns and managing multiple projects independently and collaboratively. The position offers a hybrid work schedule with flexible hours, no overtime during tax season, and emphasizes building transparent client relationships while supporting professional growth in a supportive firm environment.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This is a Staff Tax Accountant role supporting a growing, international accounting firm’s Newburgh Heights office. You will:

  • Prepare business tax returns for clients across multiple industries
  • Build and maintain trusted, transparent client relationships
  • Manage multiple projects concurrently, working independently and within teams
  • Use tax preparation software and collaborate via Zoom and other tools
  • Support process improvements and ad-hoc client requests as needed

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
  • 1–2 years of accounting or tax experience (entry-level to early-career)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office
  • Familiarity with tax preparation software and virtual meeting tools (e.g., Zoom)
  • Strong attention to detail, ability to manage deadlines, and good communication skills
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience preparing business tax returns
  • Comfortable learning firm-specific tax software quickly
  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment and maintain a flexible schedule

Work Location & Schedule

  • Location: Newburgh Heights, OH (hybrid after training)
  • Schedule: Flexible schedule options; one day per week in-office after training
  • No overtime requirements during tax season (per the client’s policy)

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary range: $60,000–$70,000 for entry-level; up to $80,000 for more experienced candidates (DOE)
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • Professional development programs and supportive workplace culture

Why Join This Role

  • Join a growing international accounting firm invested in associate development
  • Supportive environment recognized for workplace quality
  • Immediate openings (two positions available) — great opportunity for early-career accountants to accelerate tax experience

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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