Tax Staff

Job DescriptionJob Description Purvis Gray is currently seeking a Tax Staff professional to join our Business Tax Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals to build a strong foundation in tax compliance and advisory services. You'll work on a variety of client engagements across industries, gaining hands-on experience and access to senior-level mentorship from the start.

Since 1946, Purvis Gray has grown into six offices throughout Florida-each built organically, not by acquisition. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality service, supporting professional development, and maintaining a unified, collaborative culture. What You'll Do Prepare U.S. federal and state tax returns for individuals (Form 1040 and 1041), Exempt Orgs (Form 990) partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Form 1120 and 1120-S) Assist in preparing supporting tax workpapers and income calculations Conduct research on federal and state tax laws to support compliance and planning strategies Participate in client meetings and help resolve tax-related matters Work with Managers and Seniors to ensure accurate and timely delivery of tax engagements Learn and apply firm standards, tools, and procedures for tax compliance Collaborate with team members to meet client needs and deadlines Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required) CPA license or active pursuit of CPA certification 1-2 years of tax experience in public accounting, corporate tax, or internship settings preferred Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax compliance concepts Familiarity with tax software (e.g., CCH, GoSystem, OneSource) is a plus Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to manage time effectively in a deadline-driven environment Preferred Experience Experience preparing individual (1040), partnership (1065), and corporate (1120) tax returns Research and technical writing skills for supporting tax positions Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and related applications Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and in teams Interest in working with private companies, entrepreneurs, and small-to-midsize businesses