Experienced Tax Staff

SingerLewak

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Los Angeles, California hybrid Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted November 5, 2025 Last posted May 1, 2026
Job description
SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily operating in the western region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolution.

Responsibilities

  • Records transactions in ledgers, prepares trial balances and simple financial statements using computer software program.
  • Reconciles accounts to control accounts.
  • Performs schedule computations of accruals, property and equipment, and calculates depreciation expense.
  • Works effectively within given budgetary parameters; assist staff in prioritizing and managing their workload. Approaches projects with a sense of urgency and is completion orientated.
  • Performs audit or review procedures as assigned by supervisors.
  • Prepares payroll tax, sales or other local tax and certain personal income tax returns.
  • Performs other accounting, auditing and tax duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
  • May be given senior level responsibilities of planning and scheduling engagements.
  • May be required to perform all phases of an engagement including report writing.
  • Punctually enters time and expenses to support efficient billing processes.
  • May supervise staff accountants.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
  • At least two (2) years of experience in public accounting.
  • Either hold a current and valid CPA’s license or be working toward obtaining the license by taking and passing the applicable state CPA exam.
  • Ability to organize work and projects, prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to complete work in an efficient and accurate manner.
  • Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles and personal income taxes.
  • Occasional overtime work required throughout the year. Heavy overtime work required from January 1 to April 15, may be in excess of 55 hours per week.
  • This job can be performed in-office or in a hybrid capacity.
SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Compensation (from employer):
36.05–45.67 USD per-hour-wage

About this role

Summary

Prepare financial statements, perform audits, and handle tax returns, possibly supervising staff.

Job title

Experienced Tax Staff

Experience level

2+ years

Industry

accounting

Location requirements

Los Angeles, California, hybrid work allowed

Salary

36.05–45.67 USD per-hour-wage

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

accounting principlespersonal income taxesCPA license

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

taxpublic accounting
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Hybrid City