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J.R. Helms & Associates P.C · Indianapolis
Senior Tax Accountant / Experienced Tax Professional
Northwest Indianapolis, IN | Full-Time | On-Site
$80,000–$101,000 annually , based on relevant income-tax preparation experience, technical capability, credentials, and overall experience.
CPA licensure is not required. Experienced tax professionals, Enrolled Agents (EAs), and CPAs are encouraged to apply.
About the Role
J.R. Helms & Associates, P.C. is looking for an experienced tax professional who can independently prepare individual and business income tax returns and confidently manage multiple client engagements.
This is a hands-on, client-facing position for someone with meaningful U.S. income-tax preparation experience, particularly with individual and small-business returns.
You’ll prepare federal and state income tax returns, work directly with clients, research tax issues, manage deadlines, and collaborate closely with other accounting professionals and firm leadership.
We care more about your demonstrated tax-preparation ability than the letters after your name. CPA licensure is not required.
What You'll Do
Independently prepare federal and state individual and business income tax returns
Prepare Forms 1040, 1065, 1120S, and other returns appropriate to your experience
Manage multiple client tax engagements, priorities, and deadlines
Review client financial and tax information for accuracy and completeness
Identify missing information, inconsistencies, and potential tax issues
Work with accounting records, trial balances, financial statements, and supporting schedules
Research tax questions and client-specific issues
Communicate directly with individuals and small-business owners
Assist clients with tax-planning and related tax needs
Maintain accurate workpapers and supporting documentation
Collaborate with other accountants and firm leadership
Assist with related accounting and advisory needs when appropriate
What We're Looking For
Several years of professional U.S. income-tax preparation experience
Strong hands-on preparation experience with Form 1040
Meaningful hands-on preparation experience with Forms 1065 and/or 1120S
Ability to independently prepare individual and business returns with limited supervision
Experience working with multiple clients, entities, and competing deadlines
Strong understanding of federal and state income taxation
Ability to research tax issues and work through discrepancies independently
Strong attention to detail and professional judgment
Professional client communication skills
Ability to take ownership of assignments through completion
Preferred, but not required:
Public accounting or professional tax-firm experience
Small-business tax experience
Experience with both individual and business clients
QuickBooks experience
Enrolled Agent or CPA credential
CPA licensure is not required for this position.
Compensation
$80,000–$101,000 annually
Compensation will be based on demonstrated income-tax preparation experience, technical depth, independence, credentials, client-management capability, and overall professional experience.
Benefits
Health & Wellness Stipend
SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Paid continuing education and professional development
CPA/EA professional development support
Professional membership support
Exposure to a wide variety of individual and small-business tax situations
Opportunities for continued professional growth and responsibility
Why J.R. Helms & Associates?
At J.R. Helms & Associates, experienced tax professionals are not limited to one narrow piece of the tax process. You’ll work directly with individuals and small-business owners, prepare a variety of returns, solve real client issues, and see how your work fits into the client’s broader financial picture. As a growing local firm, we offer:
Meaningful client relationships
— Work directly with the individuals and business owners you are helping.
Professional independence
— Experienced team members are trusted to manage their work, clients, and deadlines.
Variety in your work
— Work across different clients, industries, entity types, and tax situations.
Accessible leadership
— Work closely with firm leadership without multiple layers of management.
Visible impact
— Your work and ideas directly contribute to the success of the firm and our clients.
Continued growth
— Expand your technical expertise, client responsibilities, and professional role as the firm grows.
The Right Fit
This position may be a strong fit if you:
Enjoy hands-on tax preparation rather than being limited to one narrow specialty
Are comfortable independently working through individual and business tax returns
Enjoy working directly with small-business owners and individual clients
Take ownership of your work and deadlines
Know how to research a tax question before immediately escalating it
Value accuracy, accountability, professionalism, and client service
Prefer a smaller professional firm where your contributions are visible and meaningful
If you’re an experienced tax professional looking for an opportunity to take ownership of your work, build meaningful client relationships, and become an important part of a growing Indianapolis firm, we’d like to hear from you.
Details
| Company | J.R. Helms & Associates P.C |
| Location | Indianapolis |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Business and Financial Operations Occupations |
| Salary | $80,000 – $80,000 / yr |