Tax Accountant Jobs in Arizona
Tax Accountant jobs in Arizona are consistently active, with strong demand from entry-level staff accountants through senior tax managers concentrated in public accounting firms, corporate finance departments, and real estate investment companies. Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson generate the bulk of openings, anchored by large employers such as Freeport-McMoRan, Pima County government, and the major regional offices of national public accounting firms. Corporate tax compliance, individual and trust tax preparation, and state and local tax work are the specialties Arizona employers request most. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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CPA, Tax (Mandarin-Speaking) | Relocate to Phoenix, AZ
Fullerton Financial Planning / Fullerton Tax Service
Full-time or 32-hour flexible schedule | On-site, Phoenix | Relocation assistance available
Bring your tax career to a firm where tax and financial planning work as one.
Fullerton Financial Planning is growing its tax division and looking for a CPA fluent in Mandarin to serve a growing base of Mandarin-speaking clients. If you're in Southern California and ready for a lower cost of living, more flexibility, and a role with real ownership, let's talk.
What you'll do
- Prepare and review individual and small business returns (1040, 1120-S, 1065, 1041)
- Deliver proactive tax planning, not just compliance, working alongside our financial advisors
- Meet with clients in Mandarin and English, explaining complex issues clearly
- Help build our in-depth tax planning service as the division scales
- Support peak-season volume with accuracy and good judgment
What you bring
- Active CPA license (or ability to obtain Arizona licensure)
- [3+] years of tax preparation and planning experience
- Professional fluency in Mandarin and English, spoken and written
- Client-facing confidence and a planning mindset
- Good personality and able to work well with others on our team.
- We are a family business and work together closely.
Why join us
- Salary: $115,000 to $140,000, based on experience (full-time); prorated for the 32-hour schedule
- Choose full-time or a 32-hour flexible schedule.
- Relocation assistance available.
- 401(k) with [match], health benefits, PTO
- Ground-floor role in a rapidly growing tax division inside an established, leading financial planning firm
- Phoenix: sunshine, great opportunities, lower cost of living, and a fast-growing community
To apply
Send your resume to HR@fullertonfp.com
Fullerton Financial Planning is an equal opportunity employer
Pay: $114,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Language:
- Mandarin (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPA License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Peoria, AZ 85381: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax accountant jobs across Arizona.
- Active CPA license issued or reciprocally recognized by the Arizona State Board of Accountancy
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in tax software such as Thomson Reuters UltraTax, ProSystem fx, or Lacerte
- Experience preparing federal and Arizona state corporate, partnership, or individual returns
- Strong knowledge of ASC 740 income tax accounting for candidates pursuing corporate roles
- Excellent analytical and written communication skills for client-facing or cross-department work
Tax Accountant Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax accountant in Arizona?
You become a tax accountant in Arizona by earning a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and, for most professional roles, obtaining a CPA license through the Arizona State Board of Accountancy. Licensure requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and completing the experience requirement supervised by a licensed CPA. Candidates who do not yet hold a CPA can work as unlicensed staff accountants, but the CPA credential is expected for advancement in most Arizona public accounting firms and corporate tax departments.
How much do tax accountants make in Arizona?
Tax accountants in Arizona earn a median of about $44,770 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,970 for the lowest 10% to over $104,740 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax accountants in Arizona?
Employers hiring tax accountants in Arizona right now include Jobot, Avnet, and Haga Kommer, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's concentration of mining corporations, real estate investment trusts, and regional headquarters for national retailers creates steady corporate tax demand alongside the large public accounting firms operating throughout the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas.
Which Arizona cities have the most tax accountant jobs?
Phoenix, Chandler, and Scottsdale are the Arizona cities with the most tax accountant openings. Phoenix dominates because it is home to most of the state's corporate headquarters, large public accounting offices, and financial services firms, while Scottsdale adds a significant cluster of wealth management and real estate companies, and Tucson draws steady demand from the University of Arizona, Pima County institutions, and regional business services firms.
Are there remote tax accountant jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 45% of tax accountant openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well tax preparation and compliance work translates to a desk-based, document-driven workflow. Tax return preparation, tax research, and ASC 740 provision work are the functions most frequently posted as fully remote, while roles with direct client relationship management or multi-state audit coordination tend to require at least some in-office presence.
How can I get hired as a tax accountant in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for staff tax accountant or tax associate roles at Arizona's regional public accounting firms, which regularly bring on recent graduates and train them through the busy season. Large Tucson and Phoenix firms run new-graduate recruiting programs tied to Arizona university accounting programs at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Grand Canyon University. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as bookkeeper, accounts payable specialist, or financial analyst can transition effectively, especially if they have completed the coursework toward CPA eligibility or hold an Enrolled Agent credential from the IRS.
Where can I find and apply to tax accountant jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to tax accountant jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the listings to see roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and work arrangement, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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