Tax Accountant Jobs in Colorado
Tax Accountant jobs in Colorado are consistently active, with demand concentrated in corporate finance, public accounting, and the state's growing technology and energy sectors across all experience levels from staff accountant to senior tax manager. Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs anchor most of the hiring, where employers like Deloitte, KPMG, and Ball Corporation maintain substantial accounting teams. The most sought-after specialties in Colorado right now are corporate tax compliance, international tax, and state and local tax. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description:
Why Youll Love This Role:
At Arrow, Accounting is more than managing numbers - its about enabling smart decisions that drive our business forward. Our Accounting teams partner across the organization to provide insights, improve processes, manage risk, and support the investments that help shape the future of technology.
In this role, youll collaborate with global teams, contribute to strategic initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on a business that connects customers and suppliers around the world. If you enjoy solving complex challenges and turning data into decisions, youll find opportunities to grow your career at Arrow.
This position will primarily support the companys U.S. sales and use tax, property tax, business license, and other indirect tax compliance functions, with opportunities to gain exposure to income tax matters. The successful candidate will work closely with tax professionals, business partners, and taxing authorities to help ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations while developing a broad foundation in corporate taxation.
What Youll Do:
- Assist with the collection, validation, and preparation of information required for sales and use tax returns, property tax filings, business licenses, and other indirect tax compliance obligations.
- Prepare assigned indirect tax returns and supporting workpapers under the direction of senior tax team members.
- Reconcile tax accounts and analyze transactional data to identify discrepancies and support process improvement initiatives.
- Support state and local tax audits by gathering documentation, preparing responses to information requests, and maintaining organized audit files.
- Assist with exemption certificate management, including validating, organizing, and maintaining documentation to support taxability determinations.
- Maintain tax records and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirements.
- Monitor tax notices received from taxing authorities and assist with research and response preparation.
- Collaborate with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, and operations teams on indirect tax matters.
- Support tax technology initiatives and process improvement projects involving systems such as Vertex, Oracle, Alteryx, and other tax automation tools.
- Participate in special projects and provide support for federal and state income tax compliance and other direct tax initiatives, as needed.
- Stay informed of tax developments and participate in training opportunities to expand technical tax knowledge.
- As allowed by applicable law, this role may need to perform late night, weekend, or holiday coverage due to month, quarter and year end requirements.
- 0-2 years of accounting, tax, audit, or related experience, including internships preferred.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
- Results-oriented individual with strong attention to detail and a desire to learn.
- Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn new concepts, systems, and tax regulations.
- Commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to build effective working relationships across functions and levels of the organization.
- Interest in developing a career in taxation, with opportunities to gain experience in both indirect and direct tax disciplines.
Hybrid: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday required office days for Panorama Office site; Monday, Friday-work from home.
Whats In It For You:
At Arrow, were committed to helping our employees thrive, both at work and beyond. Along with competitive compensation, we offer a range of benefits that support your health, financial wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth. Your benefits may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k, With Matching Contributions
- Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
- Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Discounted RTD Passes, with convenient office location off RTD Light Rail (Dry Creek Exit)
We believe new technologies have the power to make life not only different, but better.
At Arrow, were helping make that future possible. We enable customers and suppliers to design and distribute technology around the world, connecting people, ideas, and innovation to solve real-world challenges.
Guided by our purpose of making the benefits of technology accessible to all, we provide expertise, solutions, and connections that help shape whats next. As a global technology solutions provider, Arrow offers opportunities to learn, collaborate, and build a meaningful career while making an impact around the world.
Life at Arrow
At Arrow, we believe innovation starts with people. We create an environment where collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning help our employees grow and make a meaningful impact every day.
From your first day, youll have opportunities to build new skills, work alongside talented teams around the world, and contribute to technology that helps shape a better future. Because when our people grow, innovation moves forward.
Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate:
$35.40 - $43.27
Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.
Location:
US-CO-Denver, Colorado (Panorama Arrow Building)
Time Type:
Full time
Job Category:
Accounting/Finance
EEO Statement:
Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)
All Arrow job postings are for existing job vacancies.We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax accountant jobs across Colorado.
- CPA license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Accountancy
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in tax software such as Thomson Reuters UltraTax or CCH Axcess
- Experience preparing federal and state corporate or individual income tax returns
- Familiarity with Colorado Department of Revenue tax codes and filing requirements
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in high-volume deadline environments
Tax Accountant Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax accountant in Colorado?
To work as a licensed tax accountant in Colorado, you need to earn a CPA license through the Colorado State Board of Accountancy. That requires completing a bachelor's degree with qualifying accounting credits, passing all four sections of the Uniform CPA Exam, and fulfilling the board's experience requirement under a licensed CPA. Colorado follows NASBA reciprocity rules, so CPAs licensed in other states can apply for Colorado licensure by endorsement.
How much do tax accountants make in Colorado?
Tax accountants in Colorado earn a median of about $62,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,790 for the lowest 10% to over $97,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax accountants in Colorado?
Colorado tax accountant roles are posted by Olson Reyes & Sauerwein, Wipfli, and EchoStar and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's mix of large corporate headquarters, regional public accounting firms, and energy companies creates a consistently broad range of openings across industries.
Which Colorado cities have the most tax accountant jobs?
Denver, Centennial, and Durango have the most tax accountant openings in Colorado. Denver dominates because it is home to the regional offices of the Big Four firms and the finance departments of major Colorado-headquartered corporations, while Boulder draws openings tied to its technology sector and Colorado Springs benefits from a concentration of defense contractors and mid-size businesses that maintain in-house tax teams.
Are there remote tax accountant jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of tax accountant openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the analytical and compliance work of tax accounting translates to remote settings. Roles focused on tax return preparation, research, and corporate compliance are the most commonly offered with flexible or fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a tax accountant in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a staff accountant or tax associate role at a regional or national public accounting firm with a Colorado office, such as those operating in Denver's downtown financial district. Many firms hire new graduates directly into structured tax rotations. Pursuing the CPA exam while employed, or completing an accounting internship through University of Colorado or Colorado State University, gives candidates a clear edge when competing for entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to tax accountant jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to tax accountant jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across industries and experience levels. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that match.
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