CPA / Tax Manager / Senior Tax Preparer

Local Tax and Accounting firm is seeking an experienced CPA to join our firm in Encino.

This role is ideal for a semi-retired CPA or highly experienced tax professional who wants steady, in-person work in a professional office environment. The right candidate should be able to work independently, manage tax returns from start to finish, and handle a wide range of tax and accounting matters with minimal supervision.

Position Details

- Job Title: CPA
- Compensation: $60 per hour
- Employment Type: Full-time or near full-time
- Schedule: 30 to 40 hours per week
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Location: In person, Encino, CA
- Experience Level: Senior level

Responsibilities

- Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, fiduciaries, nonprofits, and other entities

- Analyze financial records, income statements, and supporting documents

- Use Lacerte, ProConnect, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online and related tax/accounting software

- Communicate with clients regarding tax and accounting matters

- Respond to IRS and Franchise Tax Board notices and correspondence

- Assist with tax planning, tax resolution, and client follow-up

- Support office workflow and staff assignments when needed

Qualifications

- 10+ years of experience with various tax entities, including Individual, Corporate, Partnerships, Fiduciary, and Non-profits.

- Strong technical proficiency in accounting and tax preparation software, particularly Lacerte and QuickBooks.

- Professional credentials as an Enrolled Agent (EA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

- Comfortable handling IRS and Franchise Tax Board matters

- Able to work independently with minimal supervision

- Professional, reliable, organized, and detail-oriented

- Semi-retired CPAs are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief summary of your tax and accounting experience.