Tax Associate
The Tax Associate role at a reputable public accounting firm involves preparing federal, state, and local tax returns, assisting with tax planning and compliance, and supporting client engagements through research and communication. This position offers hands-on experience, strong mentorship, and career growth opportunities within a collaborative team environment, working with a diverse client base including individuals and businesses.
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.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S-corps, and C-corps
- Support tax planning and compliance projects for a diverse client base
- Research and interpret tax laws and regulations to provide accurate guidance on client engagements
- Work closely with senior tax professionals and partners on client deliverables
- Gather, organize, and analyze client financial data and supporting documentation
- Communicate effectively with clients about filing requirements, deadlines, and documentation needs
- Assist with tax notices, audits, and other tax-related inquiries
- Maintain firm quality standards and meet established deadlines
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
- CPA or CPA-track candidates encouraged to apply
- Public accounting experience is a plus but not required
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax fundamentals
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $58,000 - $68,000 per year
- Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, retirement/401(k) options — details provided by the confidential client)
- CPA support, continuing education and professional development assistance
- Mentorship and a clear path for career advancement
Why Professionals Are Interested
- Hands-on experience across individual and business tax engagements
- Strong mentorship from experienced tax professionals
- Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture that supports growth
- Clear career advancement opportunities and long-term growth potential
About the Opportunity
This search is being managed by Careertakes on behalf of a confidential client in the Accounting & Finance industry. The role is ideal for recent accounting graduates, entry-level tax professionals, or those seeking to grow their public accounting tax experience with strong mentorship and professional development support.
All qualified applicants will be considered 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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