Updated 10/16/2025

Puryear & Noonan, CPAs is one of top public accounting firms in Nashville, and we are always on the lookout for talented people that would be a great fit for our current employees and clients.  We offer a family friendly work environment with flexible hours, competitive wages, little to no travel, and opportunity for advancement. Current opportunities:

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive tax services in full compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Build strong client relationships by deeply understanding their business needs, communicating clearly, and offering timely updates on engagement progress.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks while managing tax provision and compliance processes.
• Lead and coordinate tax audits, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to regulations.
• Implement best practices to improve processes and innovate tax planning strategies.
• Manage, review, and provide feedback on complex income tax returns.
• Research complex tax issues, collaborating with key stakeholders to recommend creative solutions.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff, contributing to their career growth and readiness for promotion.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while leveraging project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of recent experience in an accounting firm, managing multiple tax engagements and projects. Additional Industry experience is a plus.
• Proven expertise as a Tax Manager with in-depth knowledge of tax accounting, compliance, and tax returns.
• Proficiency in tax software and MS Office.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Experience with complex tax compliance and planning; estate tax experience is a plus.
• Exceptional client service and relationship-building abilities.
• Leadership and staff management skills with a focus on performance and development.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or MA in Taxation.
• CPA License or EA required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare corporate, fiduciary, partnership, non-profit and individual income tax returns.
• Deliver comprehensive tax services in full compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Prepare all tax papers in regular basis and handle all information data requests.

Qualifications

• Public Accounting experience (0-2 years).
• Working knowledge of tax software and MS Office.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with both staff and clientele.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• BA in Accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive tax services in full compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Build strong client relationships by deeply understanding their business needs, communicating clearly, and offering timely updates on engagement progress.
• Provide innovative tax planning and review complex income tax returns.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Implement best practices to improve processes and innovate tax planning strategies.
• Mentor tax staff and aid in staff trainings.
• Manage and coordinate tax audits.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while leveraging project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5  years’ experience in a related role required.
• Excellent knowledge of tax accounting, tax compliance, and all types of tax returns.
• Proficiency in tax software and MS Office.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Exceptional client service and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or MA in Taxation.
• CPA License preferred.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Auditor to join our growing CPA firm. In this role, you will assist in performing audits for a diverse client base across various industries. You’ll work closely with senior auditors and managers to ensure the accuracy of financial statements and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and executing audit engagements for non-profit and for-profit clients.
• Perform substantive testing and analytical procedures on financial statement accounts.
• Document audit procedures and findings in accordance with firm and professional standards.
• Identify and communicate accounting and auditing issues to senior team members.
• Prepare work papers and assist in drafting financial statements and audit reports.
• Maintain client confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Stay current on accounting and auditing standards (GAAP, GAAS).
• Participate in continuing professional education and firm training programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 0–2 years of public accounting or audit experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and auditing procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, CaseWare, or similar).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• CPA candidate or intent to pursue CPA certification preferred.

Preferred Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.