Project Accountant

Hands-on accounting and tax work for small business clients - with a clear path forward to Accounting & Tax Manager.

About TMA

TMA Small Business Accounting, P.C. is an Indianapolis firm that has served small business owners across Indiana for more than 25 years. TMA brings accounting, payroll, and taxes together for 300+ small businesses with one team, one connected system, and year-round support. Learn more at https://www.tmasmallbusinessaccounting.com/tma-careers.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Director of Accounting Services, the Project Accountant prepares monthly accounting work for an assigned section of small business clients. The PA also assists our ATMs with tax and backwork projects and performs quality control review of Staff Accountant work. For team members who pursue it, this role offers a natural path to Accounting & Tax Manager.

What You'll Do

Client Accounting Services

Help our team communicate proactively with clients to keep monthly information flowing on schedule
Perform monthly bookkeeping and financial statement preparation for assigned clients
Prepare sales tax returns, 1099s, and personal property tax returns

Tax and Project Support

Assist with backwork projects for newly onboarded clients
Prepare tax preview engagements for business owners
Assist with business and individual income tax preparation engagements

Quality Control Support

Review financial reports and compliance filings prepared by Staff Accountants before final Accounting & Tax Manager review

Qualifications:

Strong foundation in accounting fundamentals
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
1–3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
Income tax preparation experience a plus (UltraTax)
Tech-savvy - able to learn new tools quickly. Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office strongly preferred.
Clear, professional communicator with a client-focused attitude
Organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently
Active or planned pursuit of CPA license or Enrolled Agent credential preferred
Team-oriented with a genuine interest in career growth

Compensation and Benefits

$25–$36/hour, depending on experience and other qualifications
Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with matching
PTO - 80 hours per year, with additional PTO after 5 and 10 years of service
15+ employee events per year, including Family Day at Victory Field

Culture and Growth

Stable, established firm with 95%+ client retention and consistent growth
Named one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana, 2025 and 2026
Collaborative team environment with experienced CPAs, EAs, and CPPs
Work that matters - we help small business owners build stronger businesses

Location and Schedule

In-office at our Indianapolis location: 9595 Whitley Drive, Suite 102
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Up to 20% work-from-home flexibility, earned after six months

How to Apply

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Additional Information

Candidate testing and background check required
Thorough interview process - expect to meet multiple team members
Electronic applications only
No phone calls please

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