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Pittsburgh - Tax CPA - Associate - Summer/Fall 2027

Confidential ClientConsulting
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$53,500 - $142,000
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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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 minimize risks. 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.


Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Tax Associate to join a Tax practice in Pittsburgh, PA. This full-time role focuses on corporate and partnership tax compliance, multistate reporting, tax research, and supporting tax planning initiatives. Travel may be required (up to 20%). The position offers a competitive salary range of $53,500–$142,000 (depending on experience and location) plus benefits and discretionary bonus opportunities.


What You’ll Do

As a Tax Associate, you will contribute to client engagements and learn core tax technical skills while supporting the delivery of high-quality tax services. Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with preparation and filing of corporate and partnership tax returns to meet compliance deadlines
  • Supporting development of tax strategies that optimize positions and reduce risk
  • Conducting tax research and analysis on domestic and international tax matters
  • Participating in multistate tax compliance and reporting efforts
  • Preparing tax provisions and financial tax modeling to support reporting
  • Assisting with international tax planning and tax-structure development
  • Using data analytics to improve tax compliance, reporting, and efficiency
  • Supporting regulatory compliance consulting and documentation
  • Collaborating with team members to deliver tailored tax consulting across industries

Qualifications (Required)

  • Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or equivalent)
  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
  • Meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the intended state of employment before starting full-time
  • Entry-level / client service associate candidates — either in final academic year or recently completed studies

Preferred Qualifications

  • Overall GPA of 3.5 or higher (preferred)
  • Familiarity with data analytics tools or interest in applying analytics to tax processes
  • Experience or interest in leveraging AI to create efficiencies and innovative workflows
  • Intellectual curiosity about tax consulting and international tax issues
  • Strong teamwork, communication, and client-service skills

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $53,500 — $142,000 per year (actual compensation depends on skills, experience, qualifications, and location)
  • Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus
  • Typical benefits may include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings (e.g., 401k), paid holidays, vacation, and personal/family sick leave
  • Specific benefit details and eligibility will be provided by the client during the hiring process

Additional Details

  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Travel: Up to 20%
  • Work authorization: Applicants should be authorized to work in the U.S.; the client has specific policies regarding visa sponsorship — please confirm eligibility with Careertakes if you require sponsorship.

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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