Tax Staff Accountant
reserves networkCouncil Bluffs (IA)
$70,000–$85,000
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reserves networkCouncil Bluffs (IA)
SENIORITY
Senior
SALARY
$70,000–$85,000
About the role
Job Description:
Job DescriptionTax Staff Accountant | $70,000–$85,000 | Onsite / Direct HireWhat Matters Most
- Salary range: $70,000–$85,000, depending on experience
- Council Bluffs, IA
- Direct hire opportunity with a reputable public accounting firm
- Opportunity to grow within the firm and contribute ahead of tax season
- Excellent work-life balance perks — 1st Fridays off from May–September Job Description Join a respected public accounting firm that takes pride in building long-term client relationships and providing high-quality service. The Tax Staff Accountant will play a key role in tax preparation, review, and planning for a variety of clients across industries such as agriculture, construction, and real estate.
This position is ideal for a CPA or CPA candidate with a few years of public accounting experience who thrives in a collaborative, client-facing environment and wants to grow within a tax-focused career path.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, review, and plan tax returns for multiple clients (Ag ~30%, construction, real estate)
- Assist managers with tax and audit projects behind the scenes
- Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships
- Anticipate client needs and identify emerging tax trends
- Participate in client-facing meetings and deliver exceptional service
- Contribute to team development and firm growth initiatives during tax season
- Maintain compliance with tax laws, regulations, and firm standards Qualifications and Requirements
- CPA license or in the process of obtaining certification
- 2–3 years of public accounting experience, preferably with a tax focus
- Proven ability to work with clients in Agriculture, Construction, and Real Estate
- Desire to remain in public accounting and advance professionally within the firm
- Strong interpersonal skills — relationship builder and trusted advisor mindset
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple client engagements
- Strong communication skills and a professional, team-oriented attitude Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary: $70,000–$85,000
- Leisure Bank PTO; 1st Fridays off (May–September)
- Cafeteria plan with flexible benefit options
- Supportive and professional work environment
- Clear path for career advancement to Manager/ Partner Your New Organization This established, relationship-driven public accounting firm has built its success on trust, service, and long-term client partnerships. With deep roots in the local business community and a strong reputation in agriculture, construction, and real estate accounting, the firm continues to expand and invest in its people.
If you’re a motivated accountant looking to strengthen your tax expertise and grow your career in a client-centered environment, this is your opportunity to join a respected local team before tax season begins. Your Career Partner The Reserves Network (TRN) is a veteran-founded, family-owned recruiting firm specializing in connecting top Accounting & Finance professionals with leading employers. We value integrity, respect, and trust in every placement and are dedicated to helping you achieve your career goals.
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