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Dallas - Tax CPA - Associate - Winter 2027

Confidential ClientLegal & Professional Services
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$53,500 - $142,000
Dallas, Texas
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The Tax CPA Associate at Confidential Client supports clients by preparing tax returns, conducting tax research, and assisting in tax strategy development to optimize compliance and financial outcomes. This entry-level role emphasizes learning, client engagement, and leveraging technology such as AI and data analytics to enhance tax services within a collaborative team environment.

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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 (Industry Tax Practice).

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


What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Tax Associate in Dallas, TX to support corporate and international tax engagements. You’ll contribute to client deliverables, develop tax technical skills, and learn to apply data analytics and technology to tax compliance and planning. This role is ideal for recent graduates or students completing accounting degree requirements who plan to sit for the CPA exam.


Responsibilities

  • Assist with preparation and filing of corporate and partnership tax returns.
  • Support development of tax strategies that optimize client tax positions and minimize risk.
  • Conduct tax research and analysis on domestic and international tax matters.
  • Participate in multistate tax compliance and reporting activities.
  • Help prepare tax provisions and financial reporting models.
  • Apply data analytics tools to improve tax compliance and reporting processes.
  • Support regulatory compliance consulting and implementation of tax-related controls.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions to clients.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting completed or in final academic year.
  • Minimum overall GPA: 3.0.
  • Meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the State of Texas (or the intended state of employment) before starting full-time.
  • Entry-level / client service associate level — candidates typically have completed or are completing their final academic year.
  • Eligible to work in the United States. Confidential Client does not intend to sponsor H‑1B visa applicants.

Preferred (What Sets You Apart)

  • GPA of 3.5 or higher.
  • Experience or interest in leveraging AI and data analytics for tax processes.
  • Demonstrated intellectual curiosity in tax consulting, planning, and international tax matters.
  • Strong teamwork, communication skills, and client service orientation.
  • Exposure to multistate tax or international tax projects.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $53,500 - $142,000 per year (actual compensation dependent on skills, experience, qualifications and applicable laws).
  • Eligible employees may receive annual discretionary bonuses.
  • Typical benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings (401k), paid time off, and other employee programs — specific offerings will be provided by the Confidential Client.

Travel & Employment Type

  • Employment type: Full-time.
  • Travel: Up to 20% (project dependent).

Other Details & Legal

Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.


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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