Tax Reviewer

Job Summary

A growing tax team in Fresno, CA is seeking an experienced Tax Reviewer for a direct hire opportunity. This management-level tax accounting role is ideal for a CPA with strong public accounting experience, deep technical tax knowledge, and a passion for delivering accurate, high-quality tax services to a diverse client base.

The Tax Reviewer will review individual, partnership, corporate, and S Corporation tax returns while supporting tax planning, quality control, client service, and staff development. This is a strong opportunity for a detail-oriented tax professional who enjoys technical review work, mentoring team members, and contributing to a collaborative, professional environment with supportive leadership and long-term career growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

- Review complex federal and state tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120-S, for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Evaluate workpapers, documentation, basis calculations, deductions, credits, income reporting, and other tax positions.
- Research federal and California tax issues and provide technical guidance to staff, managers, partners, and clients.
- Identify tax-saving opportunities and support tax planning recommendations for individuals and businesses.
- Communicate review comments clearly and professionally while assisting with client meetings and tax notice responses.
- Mentor tax preparers and staff accountants while helping improve review procedures, workflow efficiency, and quality control standards.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $80,000 to $150,000 per year.
- Job type: Direct hire.
- For more information on this opportunity and a confidential conversation,
please contact Mike Marmolejo at 5 5 9 – 5 4 7 – 6 0 6 4 or email your resume
to m m a r m o l e j o @ a p p l e o n e . com

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Additional Skills

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Review individual, partnership, corporate, and S Corporation tax returns for technical accuracy and compliance.
- Provide tax research, planning support, and guidance on federal and California tax matters.
- Coach tax staff, review workpapers, and support quality control procedures.
- Collaborate with managers and partners to resolve complex tax issues and meet client deadlines.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field.
- Active CPA license preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of public accounting tax experience.
- Significant experience reviewing Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120-S.
- Strong knowledge of federal and California tax laws.
- Proficiency with tax preparation software and tax research tools.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, time management, and professional judgment skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical tax matters clearly.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, compliance, and client service.

Preferred Qualifications

- 7 or more years of public accounting tax experience.
- Experience serving agricultural, closely held business, real estate, and high-net-worth clients.
- Experience with tax planning and consulting engagements.
- Prior experience mentoring junior staff and reviewing preparer work.
- Demonstrated ability to improve tax workflows, review processes, and quality control practices.