Certified Public Accountant

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Tax Practice Lead Salary: $95,000–$135,000 per year, plus potential performance-based bonuses About the Client One of BackTech’s clients is an accounting and advisory firm helping business owners make smarter financial decisions. The firm serves a growing portfolio of construction, retail, and creative businesses, providing bookkeeping, CFO services, and comprehensive personal and business tax preparation. As the firm expands its tax services, it is seeking an experienced CPA who is excited to build and grow a tax practice from the ground up. Location: Remote to start, with the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid arrangement as the team grows Employment Type: Full-time, exempt Reports To: CFO The Role As the CPA, you will oversee tax services for individual and small business clients, including preparing and reviewing returns, providing tax-planning advice, and managing client relationships. Since this is a growing practice, you will also play a key role in building its operations. You will select tax software, establish review standards, recruit and lead the tax team, and develop processes to ensure high-quality service delivery. This position is ideal for an experienced CPA who enjoys technical tax work, leadership, and client advisory services and wants to build a tax practice rather than simply step into an established one. What You’ll Do Manage a portfolio of individual and small business clients, serving as their primary tax advisor throughout the year. Prepare and review federal and state tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120-S, 1120, and Schedule C filings. Advise small business owners on entity selection, owner compensation, estimated tax payments, retirement plans, and deductions. Provide individual tax-planning services, including multi-state tax matters, equity compensation, real estate, and year-end strategies. Serve as the final reviewer for returns prepared by staff and seasonal preparers, ensuring accuracy and quality. Recruit, train, and lead the tax team as the practice grows, managing workloads and deadlines during tax season. Establish and develop the tax practice, including selecting and implementing tax software, creating review checklists, and implementing engagement and quality-control procedures. Represent clients before the IRS and state tax agencies regarding notices, inquiries, and audits. Monitor tax law changes and translate them into practical recommendations for clients and the team. What You’ll Need An active, unrestricted CPA license in good standing. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. At least 7 years of tax experience in public accounting or a tax practice, with a focus on individuals and small businesses. At least 2 years of experience reviewing tax returns and supervising or mentoring staff. Strong knowledge of individual and pass-through entity taxation, including multi-state filings. Hands-on experience with professional tax software, such as CCH Axcess, UltraTax CS, Lacerte, or Drake. Excellent client-facing communication skills, including the ability to explain complex tax matters in plain language. The ability to work independently and effectively lead a remote team.

Nice to Have

A Master of Taxation (MST) or Master of Accountancy. Experience launching or scaling a tax practice or service line. Experience recruiting, developing, and managing a team. Specialized expertise in real estate, high-net-worth individuals, or small business advisory. Experience with IRS representation and audit defense.

What We Offer

Competitive annual salary of $95,000–$135,000, based on experience. Potential performance-based bonuses. Health, dental, and vision insurance. Two weeks of accrued paid time off, plus paid holidays. Paid continuing professional education (CPE). Coverage for CPA license renewal fees and professional memberships, including AICPA and state society memberships. A founding leadership opportunity with a clear path for career growth as the tax practice expands. Remote work flexibility, with the potential for a hybrid arrangement. Additional Requirements Required Experience: Tax accounting – 7 years Required License: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77002, with remote work available initially.