Tax Consultant Jobs in Arkansas
Tax Consultant jobs in Arkansas are concentrated in corporate tax compliance, individual and small-business advisory, and state tax planning, with steady demand across the Little Rock metro, Northwest Arkansas, and Fort Smith. Employers like Dillard's, Walmart, and Stephens Inc. maintain active tax functions that draw consultants at every level from staff associate to senior manager. CPA-credentialed candidates and those with experience in multistate tax and pass-through entity work are particularly sought after across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Why Join Us?
At Frost, we believe in more than just numbers. As a millennial-driven firm, we understand the value of work-life balance, continuous learning, and making an impact. Our Tax Managers are pivotal in shaping the financial futures of our diverse clientele while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
What You'll Do:
- Client Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor, helping clients navigate complex tax landscapes and develop effective strategies.
- Team Leadership: Mentor and develop our talented staff, seniors, and supervisors, nurturing a culture of growth and learning.
- Tax Expertise: Engage in comprehensive tax planning and compliance, managing intricate tax returns and special service engagements.
- Client Engagement: Maintain ongoing relationships with clients, understanding their business needs beyond tax-related aspects.
- Project Management: Efficiently manage project timelines and budgets, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
- Network Building: Expand your professional network, contributing to our firm's growth and client retention.
- Problem Solving: Provide innovative solutions and resolutions to complex tax issues.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
- Minimum seven tax seasons of experience.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
- Public Accounting experience.
- Preferred experience in Agribusiness and mid to large-size tax firms.
- Proficiency with CCH Axcess, CCH Prosystems fx Engagement, CCH AnswerConnect and other tax preparation / research softwares.
- Willingness to travel across the United States (20-40 nights/year).
- Ability to work extended hours during busy seasons.
What's In It For You?
- Competitive Compensation: We offer a salary that values your expertise and experience.
- Generous PTO: Ample paid time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision programs.
- 401(k) Retirement: Secure your future with our robust retirement plan.
- Education Reimbursement: We support your continuous learning journey.
- Career Growth: Access to our Coaching and Mentoring Program and internal learning opportunities.
- Professional Memberships: We cover fees for business, civic, and professional organizations.
- Well-being Resources: Support for your emotional well-being.
- Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with our paid insurance programs.
- Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
- CPE Memberships: We cover your membership fees to state CPA societies and the AICPA.
- Paid CPE: Continuous professional education on us.
The Frost Experience:
- Initial Screening: A phone call to understand your fit for the role.
- Panel Interviews: Engage with HR and potential colleagues to discuss your future with us.
- Feedback Loop: Transparent communication throughout the hiring process.
Who is Frost?
Frost PLLC is a forward-thinking, full-service accounting firm dedicated to personalized financial advice. Our services span tax, assurance, advisory, business valuation, litigation, and animal welfare. We value respect, communication, and a can-do attitude in our associates. Join us if you want a career that balances professional excellence with a fulfilling personal life.
Please note that a detailed job description will be provided to all candidates who advance to the interview stage. This will give you a comprehensive understanding of the role and the exciting opportunities it offers.
Frost, PLLC’s policy is not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source that does not have a signed vendor agreement and directly from employees and candidates.
- Frost, PLLC will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors who do not have a signed vendor agreement with Frost, PLLC. (e.g. search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.)
- Any resume or CV submitted to an employee of Frost, PLLC, without a signed vendor agreement in place within the last year will be considered Frost's property.
- To be duly considered for a vendor agreement with Frost, PLLC, all formal requests must be exclusively submitted to hr@frostpllc.com. Any communication through alternative channels shall be deemed invalid for consideration.
Why Join Us?
At Frost, we believe in more than just numbers. As a millennial-driven firm, we understand the value of work-life balance, continuous learning, and making an impact. Our Tax Managers are pivotal in shaping the financial futures of our diverse clientele while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
What You'll Do:
- Client Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor, helping clients navigate complex tax landscapes and develop effective strategies.
- Team Leadership: Mentor and develop our talented staff, seniors, and supervisors, nurturing a culture of growth and learning.
- Tax Expertise: Engage in comprehensive tax planning and compliance, managing intricate tax returns and special service engagements.
- Client Engagement: Maintain ongoing relationships with clients, understanding their business needs beyond tax-related aspects.
- Project Management: Efficiently manage project timelines and budgets, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
- Network Building: Expand your professional network, contributing to our firm's growth and client retention.
- Problem Solving: Provide innovative solutions and resolutions to complex tax issues.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
- Minimum seven tax seasons of experience.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
- Public Accounting experience.
- Preferred experience in Agribusiness and mid to large-size tax firms.
- Proficiency with CCH Axcess, CCH Prosystems fx Engagement, CCH AnswerConnect and other tax preparation / research softwares.
- Willingness to travel across the United States (20-40 nights/year).
- Ability to work extended hours during busy seasons.
What's In It For You?
- Competitive Compensation: We offer a salary that values your expertise and experience.
- Generous PTO: Ample paid time off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision programs.
- 401(k) Retirement: Secure your future with our robust retirement plan.
- Education Reimbursement: We support your continuous learning journey.
- Career Growth: Access to our Coaching and Mentoring Program and internal learning opportunities.
- Professional Memberships: We cover fees for business, civic, and professional organizations.
- Well-being Resources: Support for your emotional well-being.
- Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with our paid insurance programs.
- Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
- CPE Memberships: We cover your membership fees to state CPA societies and the AICPA.
- Paid CPE: Continuous professional education on us.
The Frost Experience:
- Initial Screening: A phone call to understand your fit for the role.
- Panel Interviews: Engage with HR and potential colleagues to discuss your future with us.
- Feedback Loop: Transparent communication throughout the hiring process.
Who is Frost?
Frost PLLC is a forward-thinking, full-service accounting firm dedicated to personalized financial advice. Our services span tax, assurance, advisory, business valuation, litigation, and animal welfare. We value respect, communication, and a can-do attitude in our associates. Join us if you want a career that balances professional excellence with a fulfilling personal life.
Please note that a detailed job description will be provided to all candidates who advance to the interview stage. This will give you a comprehensive understanding of the role and the exciting opportunities it offers.
Frost, PLLC’s policy is not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source that does not have a signed vendor agreement and directly from employees and candidates.
- Frost, PLLC will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors who do not have a signed vendor agreement with Frost, PLLC. (e.g. search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.)
- Any resume or CV submitted to an employee of Frost, PLLC, without a signed vendor agreement in place within the last year will be considered Frost's property.
- To be duly considered for a vendor agreement with Frost, PLLC, all formal requests must be exclusively submitted to hr@frostpllc.com. Any communication through alternative channels shall be deemed invalid for consideration.
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Where Arkansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Tax Consultant Job Market in Arkansas
A snapshot from current Arkansas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walmart6
- AdamsBrown5
- KPMG4
- Jobot3
- H&R Block2
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing6
- Retail5
- Staffing & Recruiting3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Consumer Goods1
What Arkansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax consultant jobs across Arkansas.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing federal and state tax returns
- Proficiency with tax software such as CCH Axcess, Thomson Reuters UltraTax, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration tax rules and filings
- Strong analytical and written communication skills for client-facing advisory work
Tax Consultant Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax consultant in Arkansas?
Most Arkansas tax consultant positions require a CPA license issued through the Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy, which means passing the Uniform CPA Exam and meeting the board's education and experience requirements. A bachelor's degree in accounting with sufficient credit hours in accounting and business courses is the standard starting point. Some employers also accept candidates who hold an Enrolled Agent credential issued by the IRS, particularly for individual and small-business tax work.
How much do tax consultants make in Arkansas?
Tax consultants in Arkansas earn a median of about $35,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $28,990 for the lowest 10% to over $66,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax consultants in Arkansas?
Arkansas tax consultant roles are posted by Walmart, AdamsBrown, and KPMG and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Arkansas's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters in Northwest Arkansas and large financial and legal firms in Little Rock creates consistent demand across both corporate and public accounting settings.
Which Arkansas cities have the most tax consultant jobs?
Bentonville, Little Rock, and Jonesboro account for the largest share of tax consultant openings in Arkansas. Little Rock drives volume through its concentration of law firms, regional CPA practices, and state government-related tax work, while Northwest Arkansas draws heavily from the corporate tax departments of major retail and logistics headquarters anchored in the Bentonville and Fayetteville corridor.
Are there remote tax consultant jobs in Arkansas?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 31% of tax consultant openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based and document-driven nature of most tax work. Research, return preparation, and client advisory tasks are the functions most commonly performed remotely, while client onboarding and audit-support roles are more likely to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a tax consultant in Arkansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a staff tax associate or junior accountant role at a regional CPA firm in Little Rock or the Northwest Arkansas corridor, where firms regularly hire recent graduates. Sitting for the CPA exam or earning an Enrolled Agent designation while working gives candidates a meaningful edge. Lateral moves from bookkeeping, payroll, or accounts payable roles at Arkansas employers are also a common bridge into entry-level tax consulting work.
Where can I find and apply to tax consultant jobs in Arkansas?
You can find and apply to tax consultant jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience.
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