DeLeon & Stang is a professional services firm focused on helping clients succeed in every meaningful way—from complying with relevant tax laws to optimizing their core business processes. For more than 35 years, the team at D&S has created a company culture that is centered on professional expertise, but while providing a fun & flexible workplace that offers our team room for endless growth and development opportunities.

We are seeking a Tax Accountant with 3 plus years’ experience to join our team. The individual will be responsible for assisting the Tax team manage multiple tax engagements, delivering quality client and prepare accurate & timely individual and corporate tax services. This position, has significant growth potential, requires strong technical ability combined with good interpersonal communication skills to deliver quality service for our clients. Experience with UltraTax and SurePrep a plus. Experience assisting businesses with tax and consulting matters or government Contracting experience is a plus. 

The position would be based in- office at our Leesburg or Frederick office locations, or could be a hybrid blend.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and Review a variety of Individual 1040 tax returns and Business tax returns (S Corp, C Corp, Partnership, or Sole Proprietorship) in compliance with laws and regulations.
• Build client relationships to provide excellent planning, consulting and expertise
• Assist the tax team with communications to clients regarding tax matters
• Apply accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare accurate work papers for tax engagements
• Assist with tax and financial planning for individuals or businesses

Requirements include:
• At least 3 years of public accounting experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar field
• CPA or Active pursuit of CPA license, or EA
• Understanding of individual tax and related knowledge
• Ability to work independently
• Analytical, communication and research skills
• Detail oriented
• Self-Motivated
• Strong analytical and writing skills required
• Comprehensive understanding of data analysis techniques
• Creative problem solving and research skills
• Ability to learn quickly, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency in leading projects to completion
• Flexible, organized and open to feedback with excellent follow- through skills