We are looking for an experienced public tax specialist to join a well-established accounting firm in Augusta, Georgia. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys serving a diverse client base that includes businesses, individuals, and partnerships while working in a collaborative, fully on-site environment. The firm offers long-term career growth, including a potential path to partnership for the right candidate, along with a balanced schedule outside of peak filing periods.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage tax engagements for privately held businesses, individual clients, and partnership entities from planning through final filing.<br>• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.<br>• Advise clients on tax matters related to business structure, entity setup, and ongoing reporting obligations.<br>• Handle work associated with estate and gift tax matters, providing thoughtful guidance tailored to client circumstances.<br>• Oversee annual income tax provision activities and support related reporting requirements for applicable engagements.<br>• Use CCH ProSystem Fx and related tax software to organize filings, maintain documentation, and streamline return preparation.<br>• Build and maintain strong client relationships by answering tax questions and identifying practical planning opportunities.<br>• Contribute to the firm’s day-to-day tax operations in a fully on-site setting while helping maintain quality service during both standard and busy seasons.
<p><strong>Controller – Healthcare Services | Lead Finance. Drive Strategy. Improve Performance.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are partnering with a growing healthcare organization to identify a strategic and hands-on Controller who will lead the accounting and finance function while serving as a key business partner to executive leadership. This role offers the opportunity to influence organizational growth, improve financial operations, and help guide critical business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>The Controller will oversee a team of accounting professionals and be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, process improvement, internal controls, and strategic financial analysis. The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of leadership, analytical expertise, and operational insight, along with experience leading or supporting ERP and financial system implementations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop a team of skilled accounting and finance professionals.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to support strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance initiatives.</li><li>Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.</li><li>Drive process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.</li><li>Lead or support ERP, financial system, and technology implementation projects.</li><li>Provide actionable financial insights to support operational and organizational decision-making.</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting, financial planning, and performance metrics.</li></ul><p><br></p>