Tax Preparer Jobs in Columbia, SC

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Tax Manager - Public

Columbia, SC
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a growing public accounting team in Columbia, South Carolina. This role is ideal for a tax specialist who can oversee complex engagements, advise clients on planning opportunities, and guide staff in delivering accurate, high-quality work. The position offers the opportunity to partner with a diverse client portfolio while contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking firm environment. Responsibilities:• Lead the preparation and final review of sophisticated tax filings for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.• Advise clients on tax-saving opportunities and planning strategies tailored to their business operations, financial goals, and industry considerations.• Direct, coach, and develop tax team members by assigning work, reviewing deliverables, and providing constructive performance feedback.• Build and maintain strong client partnerships by responding to questions, addressing concerns, and delivering dependable guidance throughout the engagement lifecycle.• Analyze complex federal, state, and local tax matters and present practical recommendations supported by thorough research.• Oversee multiple tax engagements at once, managing timelines, priorities, and quality standards to meet deadlines effectively.• Contribute to practice growth by supporting proposals, participating in presentations, and identifying opportunities to expand client relationships.• Monitor changes in tax legislation and emerging industry developments, translating new requirements into actionable guidance for clients and internal teams.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Columbia, SC
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager - Public Accounting. This position is suited for a tax leader who can oversee complex compliance work, guide client-facing engagements, and support accurate reporting across multiple entities. The role offers the opportunity to apply strong technical tax knowledge while partnering with internal teams and clients on planning, review, and regulatory matters. This role would ideally be hybrid to the Greenville, SC office or in the Columbia, SC office Responsibilities:• Lead the preparation and review of corporate tax filings to ensure timely, accurate submission and compliance with applicable regulations.• Manage annual income tax provision activities, including analysis, documentation, and coordination with stakeholders throughout the reporting cycle.• Utilize tax software to supervise tax workflows, maintain organized records, and improve the efficiency of return preparation and review.• Advise clients on entity formation matters by explaining tax implications and supporting structure decisions aligned with business objectives.• Review tax data, identify potential risks or opportunities, and recommend practical solutions to strengthen compliance and reporting accuracy.• Collaborate with accountants, advisors, and client contacts to resolve tax issues, respond to information requests, and maintain engagement progress.• Monitor changes in tax laws and standards, translating new guidance into effective processes, policies, and client recommendations.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Columbia, SC
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Senior/Manager to lead client tax engagements in Columbia, South Carolina. This position plays a central role in overseeing return preparation and review, guiding staff development, and delivering responsive service to a diverse client base. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to keep multiple projects moving efficiently in a public accounting environment. Responsibilities:• Lead tax engagements from initial planning through final delivery, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance throughout the process.• Examine and approve a broad range of federal, state, and local tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and nonprofit entities.• Investigate complex tax matters and provide practical recommendations related to reporting obligations, risk areas, and planning opportunities.• Stay current on changes in tax legislation and translate those developments into clear guidance for clients and internal team members.• Coach, support, and assess tax professionals to strengthen technical capability, performance, and career growth.• Evaluate workpapers and related documentation to confirm accuracy, completeness, and alignment with firm expectations.• Organize staffing priorities and manage competing deadlines effectively, particularly during high-volume filing periods.• Assist clients with notices, examinations, appeals, and other communications involving tax authorities.• Contribute to client retention and growth by identifying additional service needs and helping cultivate new business opportunities.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Columbia, SC
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Our Columbia based client has an exciting opportunity for a Tax Support Staff position. This role is within the public accounting sector and requires a keen interest in forensic accounting and valuations sector. The position involves a wide range of accounting and tax functions coupled with client support activities. This role will act as a point of contact for any inquiries related to tax accounting functions as well as assist with financial valuations.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Lexington, SC
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Permanent / Full Time
45000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an established, privately-owned business in Lexington, South Carolina. This role supports the corporate accounting function by helping maintain accurate financial records, contributing to the monthly close cycle, and improving day-to-day accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting principles, confidence working across multiple systems, and the communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues throughout the business. Responsibilities:• Support the monthly accounting close by preparing entries, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure deadlines are met.• Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Maintain the general ledger by recording financial transactions and verifying supporting documentation.• Assist with the preparation and review of internal financial reports and statements for management use.• Analyze financial data to identify variances, trends, and areas that may require follow-up or correction.• Contribute to process enhancement efforts that strengthen efficiency, consistency, and accuracy within the accounting function.• Partner with the Controller and cross-functional teams on assigned projects and ongoing departmental priorities.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

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