Tax and Research Specialist

Christianson CPAs & Consultants

Tax & Research Specialist overseeing complex tax returns and client projects at Christianson. Leading staff development and ensuring compliance with tax laws in a remote environment.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82,500 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reviews and perfects tax returns while staying on top of the latest tax code changes
Leads exciting client projects, with a focus on Partnership tax
Dives into tax issues, prepares insightful memos, and optimizes client tax strategies
Guides and mentors staff, develops quality control procedures, and drives business growth
Supports tax compliance, conducts in-depth research on tax laws and regulations, and provides actionable insights
Oversees the preparation and review of complex returns, ensuring compliance with tax law
Develops strategies to optimize tax liabilities
Manages client relationships, mentoring staff, and keeping the team updated on changes in tax regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
CPA or EA certification preferred or currently pursuing
4+ years of public accounting experience
Experience with Renewable Fuels is a plus
Expertise in technical research and writing
Strong leadership and motivational skills, with experience in training and mentoring team members under tight deadlines or complex situations
Exceptional client service and relationship management skills with effective, professional communication
Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, critical thinking skills, and attention to detail
Can work independently but also work effectively with a team
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Personal Time Off
Holidays
Flexible Schedule to help with Work/Life Balance
Health care coverage
Dental
Aflac
Life, Disability, and AD & D Insurance
401(k) savings plan
Continuing education support, including the cost of training and annual licensing
CPA exam support
Employee and Business Development referral programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax return preparationtax compliancetax strategy optimizationtechnical researchwritinganalytical skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailpublic accountingPartnership tax

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringclient servicerelationship managementcommunicationmotivational skillsteamworkcritical thinking

Certifications

CPAEA