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.

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What You’ll Do

This is an entry-level Tax CPA Associate role supporting client engagements across corporate, partnership, multistate and international tax matters. You will work on engagements that blend compliance, consulting and tax provision support while developing technical skills and a client-service mindset.

• Assist in preparation and filing of corporate, partnership, and multistate tax returns to meet compliance deadlines
• Support tax strategy development to optimize client tax positions and reduce risk
• Conduct tax research and analysis on domestic and international tax issues
• Participate in tax provision calculations and financial reporting models
• Contribute to international tax planning initiatives and related documentation
• Use data analytics tools to improve tax compliance, reporting and efficiency
• Collaborate with team members to deliver tailored tax consulting across industries
• Anticipate team and client needs, ask questions, and use project work as learning opportunities

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree completed or in final academic year in Accounting or related field
• Minimum overall GPA: 3.0
• Meet educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the intended state of employment prior to full‑time start
• Entry-level / client service associate experience level (recent graduates or those completing final academic requirements)

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Preferred / Differentiating Qualifications

• Overall GPA of 3.5 or higher (preferred)
• Familiarity using data analytics to support tax work and reporting
• Experience or interest in international tax planning and multistate compliance
• Intellectual curiosity about tax consulting and eagerness to learn emerging tools (including AI-enabled workflows)
• Strong teamwork, written and verbal communication skills

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $53,500 - $142,000 (actual compensation dependent on experience, qualifications, location, and applicable law)
• Eligible employees may receive an annual discretionary bonus (as applicable)
• Typical benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation and sick leave — benefits vary by location and role

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Location & Schedule

• Location: Talcott Village, CT (onsite / client-facing opportunities as assigned)
• Employment type: Full-time
• This position requires meeting CPA exam eligibility for the intended state of employment before full‑time start

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Why Join Our Client (via Careertakes)

Working with this confidential client in Accounting & Finance provides a structured learning environment, exposure to diverse client engagements, and opportunities to build tax technical skills and a professional network. The role is ideal for candidates pursuing CPA licensure who want practical, hands-on experience in tax compliance and consulting.

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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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