About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Tax Staff to join their Accounting & Finance team in Irvine, CA. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity ideal for recent accounting graduates or early-career tax professionals who are CPA-eligible or working toward CPA eligibility. The role offers hands-on tax experience, exposure to client service across industries, and professional development in a collaborative environment.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Irvine, CA
• Estimated compensation: $115,384 per year (estimated)

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What You’ll Do

• Perform tax and review procedures and assist on tax engagements and related projects.
• Learn and apply the firm’s tax approach while supporting client deliverables.
• Understand clients’ businesses, industries, accounting systems, and internal controls.
• Assess risks and evaluate internal control structures.
• Review or assist in drafting financial statements and other client deliverables.
• Supervise and mentor interns as required.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in accounting or related field.
• CPA-eligible or actively working toward eligibility to sit for the applicable state CPA exam.
• Strong attention to detail and basic understanding of accounting and tax concepts.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn tax software and firm processes.

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Preferred / Helpful Skills

• Coursework or internship experience in tax, audit, or accounting.
• Familiarity with financial statement preparation and tax compliance workflows.
• Ability to work both independently and in team settings.
• Professionalism and client-service orientation.

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Why Join

• Structured professional development and mentorship.
• Exposure to a variety of clients and industries within Accounting & Finance.
• Collaborative culture focused on learning and growth.
• Opportunity to advance toward CPA licensure and broader tax responsibilities.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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