Tax Accountant Jobs in Texas
Tax Accountant jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in corporate headquarters, energy and oil and gas firms, real estate investment companies, and regional CPA practices, with openings at every level from staff accountant to senior tax manager. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas, and Austin, where major employers like ExxonMobil, Deloitte, and KPMG maintain large Texas offices and tax departments. The most in-demand specialties are corporate income tax, state and local tax compliance, and international tax. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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GRADE LEVEL: 54
DEPARTMENT: State and Local Tax
STARTING SALARY: $89,500 – $124,942 Salary is commensurate with experience
JOB FAMILY SUMMARY PURPOSE:
Under the direct supervision of the Manager – Tax Department performs various routine and/or assisting with the non-routine professional tax accounting functions of the Tax Department. Ensures compliance with State and Federal regulations, review internal and external reports and ensures proper maintenance of tax records and the General Ledger systems and ensure proper application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
EXPERIENCE:
8 to 10 years or more of experience preferred
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Knowledge of Federal tax laws, rules, regulations and reporting procedures.
- Knowledge of the electric utility business preferred.
- Ability to operate personal computer, interpret laws, analyze information and prepare comprehensive taxation reports.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with officers, managers, fellow employees, and the general public.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Prepares or assists in the preparation of tax data for various reports such as monthly internal financial reports, FERC Form 1 and E.E.I. statistical analysis report, and the filing of various tax reports.
- Prepares schedules to support state and local and/or federal tax returns.
- Prepares rate case schedules and discovery responses on taxes.
- Collaborates with Financial Planning in budgeting and forecasting tax related issues.
- Prepares special projects, research and analysis of tax issues.
- Prepares monthly tax entries to be recorded in the general ledgers.
- Prepares audit work papers on taxes.
- Reviews literature on public utility updates for issues directly affecting the Company from a tax accounting standpoint.
- Keeps abreast of changing tax regulations and internal policies.
- Participates in and/or prepares continuous training to other staff in tax activities, utilizing the applicable aforementioned department peripherals.
- Assist in documentation and enhancement of the data processing system utilizing the applicable aforementioned department peripherals.
- Prepares and/or reviews tax account reconciliations from tax returns to the General Ledger, utilizing the applicable aforementioned department peripherals.
- Complies with all applicable Company policies, procedures and code of ethics as well as all applicable governmental laws and regulations to include employment, safety and environmental standards and regulations.
- Perform other related tasks that are not included but are within the context of the duties defined.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
GRADE LEVEL: 54
DEPARTMENT: State and Local Tax
STARTING SALARY: $89,500 – $124,942 Salary is commensurate with experience
JOB FAMILY SUMMARY PURPOSE:
Under the direct supervision of the Manager – Tax Department performs various routine and/or assisting with the non-routine professional tax accounting functions of the Tax Department. Ensures compliance with State and Federal regulations, review internal and external reports and ensures proper maintenance of tax records and the General Ledger systems and ensure proper application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
EXPERIENCE:
8 to 10 years or more of experience preferred
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Knowledge of Federal tax laws, rules, regulations and reporting procedures.
- Knowledge of the electric utility business preferred.
- Ability to operate personal computer, interpret laws, analyze information and prepare comprehensive taxation reports.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with officers, managers, fellow employees, and the general public.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Prepares or assists in the preparation of tax data for various reports such as monthly internal financial reports, FERC Form 1 and E.E.I. statistical analysis report, and the filing of various tax reports.
- Prepares schedules to support state and local and/or federal tax returns.
- Prepares rate case schedules and discovery responses on taxes.
- Collaborates with Financial Planning in budgeting and forecasting tax related issues.
- Prepares special projects, research and analysis of tax issues.
- Prepares monthly tax entries to be recorded in the general ledgers.
- Prepares audit work papers on taxes.
- Reviews literature on public utility updates for issues directly affecting the Company from a tax accounting standpoint.
- Keeps abreast of changing tax regulations and internal policies.
- Participates in and/or prepares continuous training to other staff in tax activities, utilizing the applicable aforementioned department peripherals.
- Assist in documentation and enhancement of the data processing system utilizing the applicable aforementioned department peripherals.
- Prepares and/or reviews tax account reconciliations from tax returns to the General Ledger, utilizing the applicable aforementioned department peripherals.
- Complies with all applicable Company policies, procedures and code of ethics as well as all applicable governmental laws and regulations to include employment, safety and environmental standards and regulations.
- Perform other related tasks that are not included but are within the context of the duties defined.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
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- Chemicals & Materials
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax accountant jobs across Texas.
- Active CPA license issued by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy or equivalent reciprocity
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Proficiency in federal and Texas state tax compliance, filing, and reporting
- Experience with tax software such as CCH Axcess, GoSystem, or ProConnect Tax
- Familiarity with ASC 740 income tax accounting for corporate roles
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple filing deadlines simultaneously
Tax Accountant Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax accountant in Texas?
To work as a tax accountant in Texas, you need at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, and most positions strongly prefer or require a CPA license issued by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. The Texas CPA path requires completing the required semester hours in accounting and business, passing the Uniform CPA Exam, and meeting the experience requirement supervised by a licensed CPA before licensure is granted.
How much do tax accountants make in Texas?
Tax accountants in Texas earn a median of about $47,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,110 for the lowest 10% to over $86,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax accountants in Texas?
Employers hiring tax accountants in Texas right now include Intuit, Fisher Investments, and HPI Real Estate Services and Investments, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's large concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, energy companies, and regional public accounting firms creates steady demand across both corporate in-house and public accounting roles.
Which Texas cities have the most tax accountant jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and Plano have the most tax accountant openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects its deep energy sector and the concentration of oil and gas corporate headquarters there, while Dallas draws volume from financial services, private equity, and large CPA firm offices, and Austin's growth in technology and venture-backed companies has steadily added corporate tax roles.
Are there remote tax accountant jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields, since tax accounting is largely research, analysis, and software-based work that translates well to remote settings. About 44% of tax accountant openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have adopted flexible arrangements for this role. Corporate tax compliance and individual tax preparation tend to be the most commonly remote sub-areas.
How can I get hired as a tax accountant in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a staff accountant or tax associate role at a regional Texas CPA firm, where public accounting firms in Houston, Dallas, and Austin regularly hire new graduates into structured training programs. Firms like BDO and Grant Thornton run new-grad programs out of their Texas offices, and roles such as bookkeeper or accounting clerk at Texas-based corporations often serve as stepping stones. Completing the CPA Exam sections while in an entry role signals commitment and improves hiring prospects significantly.
Where can I find and apply to tax accountant jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to tax accountant jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly through each listing.
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