About Careertakes

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

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What You’ll Do

The Global Employer Services Experienced Associate (Global Payroll focused) will support client engagements related to employment tax and payroll compliance. You will perform technical research, prepare filings and deliverables, and help develop practical solutions for clients’ compensation-related tax and reporting needs. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include:

• Conduct tax research and summarize findings for internal review and client advice
• Prepare and assist in preparing tax returns, notices, and related documentation
• Support employment tax compliance across federal, state and local jurisdictions
• Use tax research databases and tax-related software to complete assignments
• Coordinate information gathering from clients and organize work for senior review
• Assist with routine responses to federal, state, or local agency inquiries
• Participate in strategy development, documenting implementation steps and supporting client discussions on simple tax strategies
• Support business development by contributing to proposal materials and client relationship activities
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet client needs

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Who We’re Looking For

You are analytical, organized and client-focused with foundational tax or accounting experience and an interest in employment tax and payroll.

• Strong analytical and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team; able to interact with professionals at all levels
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with tax research tools preferred
• Prior exposure to employment tax, public accounting, professional services, or payroll operations is a plus

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or related field — OR bachelor’s in another field with CPA certification, required
• One (1) or more years of relevant tax, public accounting, industry accounting, or consulting experience preferred
• Eligible or progressing toward CPA or IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) credentials is preferred
• Master’s in Accountancy/Taxation or JD is a plus

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Position Details

• Employment type: Full‑time; Contract role (as listed)
• Location: Charlotte, NC (onsite / local travel as required)
• Compensation: $63,000 — $115,500 per year (national range; final offer considers experience, skills, and geography)

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Why Join (Client highlights)

Confidential Client offers structured learning, exposure to technical employment tax matters, and opportunities to work with experienced practitioners in a collaborative accounting & finance environment. This role is well-suited for early-career tax professionals wanting to deepen payroll and employment tax expertise while contributing to client deliverables.

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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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