Entry-Level Tax Accountant (CPA Track)

Are you an upcoming or recent Accounting Graduate, pursuing your CPA? Are you searching for quality public accounting experience, hands-on mentorship, and the opportunity to learn directly from experienced Accounting Professionals in a boutique CPA firm? At this phenomenal CPA Firm, you will not just be a number on the edge of burnout, but a valuable team member, helping your clients navigate accounting and taxes for their businesses and individual needs, with true life-work balance.

This established CPA Firm in the Southtowns of Buffalo is seeking an Entry-Level Tax Accountant (CPA Track) to join their team. This is a full-time opportunity offering $25-28/hour, depending on experience, along with a strong bonus structure.

This Entry-Level Tax Accountant will work closely with leadership, gain exposure to real client work early on, and develop skills across individual, partnership, and corporate tax. This Southtowns CPA Firm focuses on tax and small business advisory services, providing a well-rounded and practical learning environment.

The ideal candidate is someone who wants mentorship, growth, and long-term stability, while also valuing life-work balance.

This is an onsite position near Orchard Park, NY

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual (1040), partnership, and corporate tax returns
• Support tax planning and compliance work for small business clients
• Assist with financial data review and documentation
• Work directly with senior accountants and leadership on client engagements
• Maintain organized records and ensure accurate reporting
• Assist with bookkeeping and advisory support as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or near completion
• CPA track required, or intent to pursue CPA
• Accounting or tax experience (internships and post-graduate experience)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

• Eager to learn and grow within public accounting
• Interested in hands-on mentorship in a small CPA firm
• Detail-oriented and reliable
• Strong work ethic during busy season
• Values work-life balance outside of peak periods

Compensation & Benefits

• $25-28/hour + bonus structure
• 100% employer-paid single coverage health insurance
• Employer contribution to HSA
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% match + additional 3% contribution
• AFLAC options with employer-supported contributions
• Ample Paid Time Off

Schedule & Location

• Full-time position
• In-office role in the Southtowns of Buffalo, NY
• Busy season (Jan–April): Full-time + overtime
• Non-busy season: 4-day work week (Fridays off)

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting that our client would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.

First time working with a Recruiter? No problem! We make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Communication is key – to get started, all we need from you is an updated resume and some time to chat. Our team will get to know you and your future career goals. Throughout the process, we will provide resume feedback, schedule and prepare you for interviews, provide client feedback, and coach you through the offer stage.

StaffBuffalo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.

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