What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Staff position at Purvis, Gray & Company, LLP ~ Certified Public Accountants?
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
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
- 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
- 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