Baltimore - Tax CPA - Associate - Summer/Fall 2027
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.
About Careertakes
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Tax CPA Associate (Summer/Fall 2027 intake) to join a Tax practice in Baltimore, MD. This is an entry-level, full-time role focused on tax compliance, research, and supporting tax planning engagements. The position is ideal for candidates who are completing or have recently completed an accounting degree and who plan to pursue CPA licensure.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in preparation and filing of corporate and partnership tax returns to meet compliance deadlines
- Support development of tax strategies to optimize client tax positions and mitigate risk
- Conduct tax research and analysis on domestic and international tax matters
- Contribute to multistate tax compliance and reporting activities
- Participate in tax provision work and financial reporting support
- Help develop international tax structures and planning deliverables
- Use data analytics to streamline tax compliance, reporting, and insight generation
- Collaborate with client teams and other practice areas to deliver tailored tax consulting services
Qualifications (Minimum)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting completed or in final academic year
- At least a 3.0 overall GPA
- Meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the intended state of employment prior to starting full-time
- Able to work full time and travel up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
- 3.5+ GPA preferred
- Demonstrated interest in tax consulting or international tax
- Experience or comfort using data analytics and/or AI tools to improve workflows
- Strong research, communication, and teamwork skills
- Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn technical tax concepts
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $53,500 - $142,000 per year (actual pay depends on experience, qualifications, and location; hires are eligible for discretionary bonus where applicable)
- Typical benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other standard employer-provided benefits (benefit details depend on the hiring organization)
Work Location & Travel
- Location: Baltimore, MD (this posting is for Baltimore, Maryland)
- Employment type: Full time
- Travel: Up to 20%
Legal & Hiring Notes
- This listing uses “Confidential Client” in place of the employer name.
- Our client is committed to complying with applicable U.S. hiring laws in each state where this job is posted.
- Candidates needing visa sponsorship should verify eligibility requirements with the recruiter; our client’s sponsorship policy may be limited for this role.
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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