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Tax Staff

HoganTaylorBaton Rouge, LA, 70809Full-time
$62k – $78kAI estimatePosted 1 week ago
Private ClientIndirect / VAT
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At **HoganTaylor**, we're not just about numbers; we're about people. Our firm stands tall on the principles of unity, service, and dynamic, reflecting in everything we do. We are on the lookout for a **Tax Staff** who’s passionate about making a meaningful impact on our clients, our communities, and our team.

As a **Tax Staff**, you will work with a team to provide quality tax services to clients in various industries, including manufacturing, oil and gas, insurance, health care, wholesale/distribution, financial institution, governmental and nonprofit companies.

**What You’ll Do**

  • **Prepare with Purpose.** Accurately prepare federal and state tax returns for business and individual clients, applying core tax rules and concepts with confidence.
  • **Think Beyond the Form.** Develop your tax research and planning skills by identifying opportunities, solving problems, and offering proactive solutions as a trusted client advocate.
  • **Communicate Clearly.** Share results and updates with internal teams and clients, ensuring clear, timely, and professional communication.
  • **Support Client Goals.** Understand each client’s objectives and deliver services that help them achieve their financial goals.
  • **Work Smarter.** Use tax software and digital tools efficiently to enhance productivity and time management, while identifying ways to improve processes.
  • **Understand the Business.** Learn the economics of tax engagements by working within firm budgets, billing guidelines, and operational expectations.
  • **Keep Growing.** Participate in tax training, stay current on industry developments, and actively contribute to client development and marketing initiatives.
  • **Live the Standards.** Maintain a commitment to HoganTaylor’s quality control standards and consistently represent our values in your work and interactions.

**What You Bring**

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
  • Compliance with the 150-hour rule and/or CPA certification preferred or in progress
  • Internship or 6 months–2 years of public accounting experience, ideally in a tax-focused role
  • Strong technical, research, organizational, and analytical skills with an eye for detail
  • Familiarity with paperless accounting systems and comfort working in a digital-first environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and other essential business applications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a client-focused mindset
  • Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting

**Why HoganTaylor?**

  • **Reputation for Excellence:** Join a team recognized as a Best Place to Work in Oklahoma and Arkansas and one of Accounting Today’s Best of the Best Firms. At HoganTaylor, you’ll be part of a firm known for exceptional client relationships and a standard of excellence.
  • **Meaningful Connections:** Build deep relationships—not just with colleagues, but with clients and the communities we serve. At HT, people are at the center of everything we do.
  • **Purpose-Driven Culture:** Be part of something bigger. Our commitment to service means you’ll have opportunities to give back, make an impact, and support the causes that matter to you.
  • **Innovation and Leadership:** At HT, your voice matters. We believe everyone is a leader in their own right, and we encourage fresh ideas, diverse perspectives, and forward-thinking solutions. You won’t just have a seat at the table—you’ll help shape the conversation.
  • **Elevate Your Career:** We invest in your growth. Our tailored, one-size-fits-one approach to learning and development puts you in the driver’s seat, giving you the tools and support to thrive personally and professionally.

Embrace the opportunity to **do work that matters** in an environment that supports your life and your ambitions. Your journey at HoganTaylor starts now!

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