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Your Accounting Career Is About to Take Off

Accelerate your career at a firm where there’s no such thing as “business as usual.”

People are our #1 priority

We’re not afraid of long-term relationships—with our clients or our staff. Our company culture is client-centric, teamwork-focused and always striving for improvement. From our compassionate core values to our client bill of rights, we apply kindness, integrity and humility to everything we do. As part of the Wertz & Company team, you’ll interact with clients from diverse industries, each with unique needs and exciting challenges.

Inquisitive, analytical, creative minds wanted

The old stereotypes about accountants no longer apply. We know that diverse viewpoints and skill sets are what make a strong team. Just graduated from college? No problem. Already have decades of experience? We’d love to chat.

If you’re passionate about problem-solving, dedicated to doing a great job and confident in communicating with others, we want to meet you. If you’ve got some (or all!) of these characteristics, let’s connect!

  • Academic achievement
  • Dedication and desire to excel
  • Demonstrated leadership ability
  • Technical competency
  • Accounting, auditing and tax knowledge
  • Team spirit

When you’re happy, we’re happy

We know that to achieve your highest potential, you have to be happy in whatever you’re doing. That doesn’t just apply to your job—it means your whole life. We believe in quality of work over quantity of hours spent at a desk. We want you to cultivate hobbies and interests outside the office. From both technical and soft-skill training programs to learning opportunities for building competencies, we’re here to cheer you on as you acquire new skills and achieve higher and higher education and expertise.

Let’s get down to the nitty gritty

Salaries

  • Competitive salaries
  • Discretionary bonus program
  • Client referral bonus
  • Employee referral bonus
  • 401(k) plan

Health & Wellness

  • Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Insurance
  • Flexible spending account

Insurance

  • Group and voluntary life insurance
  • Accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary supplemental coverage thru AFLAC

Paid Time Off

  • Paid sick and personal time off
  • Summer “Flex Friday” program

Miscellaneous Fun Stuff

  • Career development program
  • Continuing education assistance
  • Paid membership dues to professional organizations
  • Company sponsored social gatherings

Browse Current Openings

Wertz & Company, LLP has immediate openings in their Irvine Office and is looking for ideal candidates for the following positions:

  • Tax Professional

    The right candidate will be willing and able to:

    • Work with other client service team members to manage their timely resolution
    • Identify potential high risk engagement issues
    • Serve as technical resource for staff and promote their understanding of technical issues
    • Develop suggestions for resolving technical issues
    • Develop an understanding of the general economic, business, and regulatory factors effecting the client

    What you’ll need:

    • Active CPA license
    • Proficient in corporate, individual and partnership taxation and planning
    • Previous experience supervising and training staff and seniors preferred
    • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
    • Must be highly motivated and experience in managing multiple client engagements
    • Ability to organize, multi-task and prioritize accordingly
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and QuickBooks: Lacerte or ProSystem accounting software

    Think you’d be a great fit? Click “Let’s Do This” and apply today!

     

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  • Estate & Trust Tax Professional

    The right candidate will be willing and able to:

    • Review and sign complex 1040, 1041, 706, 709, 990 tax returns
    • Confidently review Trust Agreements
    • Understand and execute steps involved in the Trust Administration process
    • Capable of working with attorneys to engage in trust-funding conversations with clients
    • Research and consult on various estate, gift, and trust-related issues, such as trustee and beneficiary issues, Crummey obligations, and generation-skipping tax issues
    • Recognize areas of potential technical issues and value-add opportunities in estate planning
    • Serve as technical resource for staff and promote their understanding of technical issues through training and teaching
    • Develop answers to resolve client related concerns and technical issues

    What you’ll need:

    • Active CPA license
    • Proficient in trust, estate, and gift taxation and planning
    • Previous experience signing Form 1040 and Form 1041 tax returns
    • Previous experience supervising and training staff and seniors preferred
    • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
    • Must be highly motivated and have experience in managing multiple client engagements
    • Ability to organize, multi-task and prioritize accordingly
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, ) and Lacerte or ProSystem accounting software

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  • Internship Program

    The Wertz & Company Internship Program provides aspiring accounting professionals with hands-on experience in a dynamic and professional environment. This structured program offers interns the opportunity to develop technical skills, gain exposure to real-world accounting practices, and work alongside experienced professionals.

    Duration and Schedule

    • Start Date: Jan 6, 2027
    • End Date: May 15, 2027
    • Program Length: 15 weeks (contingent on school schedule)
    • Hours: Part-time, 20 hours/wk.

    Eligibility and Qualifications

    • Currently enrolled in an accredited Accounting, Finance, or Business program (Junior, Senior, or master’s level preferred)
    • Strong academic record with coursework in financial accounting, auditing, and tax
    • Prepared to learn Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks)
    • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

    Program Objectives

    • Provide exposure to audit, tax, and advisory services
    • Introduce technical competencies in financial statement preparation, tax return processing, and data analysis
    • Enhance professional communication and teamwork skills
    • Offer networking opportunities with professionals and firm leadership

    Key Responsibilities

    • Assist with preparing tax returns, tax documents and administrative procedures
    • Support audit teams in conducting testing and risk assessments
    • Perform data analysis, reconciliations, and research on accounting regulations
    • Participate in client meetings and training sessions
    • Collaborate with mentors on assigned projects and firm initiatives

    Training and Mentorship

    • Orientation and training sessions covering firm policies, accounting standards, and software tools
    • Assigned mentor or supervisor for guidance and performance feedback
    • Weekly professional development sessions on topics such as ethics, industry trends, and career growth

    Evaluation and Career Opportunities

    • Performance reviews at midpoint and end of internship
    • Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the program

    Application Process

    • Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
    • Interview Process: Internship qualifies as a working
    • Apply by clicking the LET’S DO THIS button below
    • Application Deadline by: Tuesday, November 10, 2026

    Additional Benefits

    • Competitive hourly wage
    • Firm-sponsored team-building activities and social events
    • Opportunity to work on real client engagements and case studies

    Success in this role will be evaluated based on the accuracy, organization, and timeliness of completed work; responsiveness to clients and supervisors; identification and communication of engagement issues; compliance with professional and firm standards; continued technical development; progress toward CPA licensure; and readiness to accept increased responsibility.

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