Charlotte - Tax CPA - Associate - Summer/Fall 2027
The Tax CPA Associate at Confidential Client supports clients by preparing and filing corporate tax returns, conducting tax research, and assisting in developing tax strategies to optimize positions and minimize risks. This entry-level role involves collaboration on diverse tax compliance and consulting projects, exposure to international and multistate tax matters, and leveraging data analytics and AI to enhance tax services. The position offers growth opportunities through client engagement, technical skill development, and contributing to innovative tax solutions within a dynamic team environment.
About Careertakes
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Responsibilities
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Tax Associate to join their Tax practice in Charlotte, NC. You will support client engagements that deliver tax compliance, consulting and planning services across domestic and international matters. You’ll work on project tasks, conduct research, and support team deliverables while developing technical tax and client-facing skills.
- Assist in preparation and filing of corporate and partnership tax returns
- Support development of tax strategies to optimize positions and reduce risk
- Conduct tax research and analysis for domestic and international matters
- Collaborate with engagement teams to deliver tailored tax consulting services
- Support multistate tax compliance and jurisdictional reporting
- Help prepare tax provisions, financial reporting support and tax modeling
- Support international tax planning initiatives and tax-structure analysis
- Use data analytics to improve compliance, reporting and process efficiency
- Support regulatory compliance consulting across complex tax rules
What You Must Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (completed or in final academic year)
- Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
- Meet educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment before starting full-time
- Interest in an entry-level client service role with exposure to tax engagements
What Sets You Apart
- GPA of 3.5 or higher (preferred)
- Experience or interest using data analytics tools to support tax work
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity about tax consulting and planning
- Familiarity with multistate and international tax issues
- Comfort working in teams and supporting client deliverables
- Interest in leveraging AI and technology to create efficiencies
Travel & Work Location
- Work location: Charlotte, NC (role requires onsite presence consistent with client/team needs)
- Travel: Up to 20% (client engagements may require travel)
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $53,500 - $142,000 per year. Actual pay depends on skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.
- Eligible employees may receive an annual discretionary bonus and access to benefits such as medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and other programs (details provided by the hiring organization).
Selection & Eligibility
- Confidential Client evaluates candidates based on qualifications and fit for the role.
- Applicants who require future H‑1B sponsorship should review Confidential Client’s sponsorship policy; candidates should only apply if they meet the stated eligibility and timing requirements.
- This posting follows applicable local, state and federal hiring requirements for positions in North Carolina.
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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