Tax Associate

TAX ASSOCIATE

Our client located in Mesa, Arizona has an immediate need for a Tax Associate. This is a direct hire hybrid opportunity.

Company Profile

Our client is a growing CPA firm in the Mesa and Phoenix area providing tax compliance, tax strategy, accounting, payroll, and advisory services.

With approximately 25 employees and continued growth through new business and potential acquisitions, the firm offers an opportunity to join an established team while continuing to develop professionally.

Tax Associate Role

The Tax Associate will be responsible for hands on preparation of individual and business tax returns while developing broader technical, client service, and advisory capabilities.

This position is ideal for an experienced Tax Associate who has developed a strong preparation foundation and wants continued professional growth within a collaborative CPA firm.

Responsibilities

Prepare individual and business tax returns

Manage assigned tax engagements and deadlines

Research tax issues and identify potential solutions

Work closely with Tax Managers and senior members of the team

Communicate effectively with clients and internal team members

Assist with tax planning and advisory projects as experience develops

Maintain accurate documentation and workpapers

Manage multiple assignments during busy season

Participate in ongoing professional development

Required

Approximately four years of hands on tax preparation experience preferred

Public accounting experience

Experience preparing individual and business tax returns

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines

Strong attention to detail

Collaborative and positive working style

Desire to continue learning and developing technically

Preferred

EA or CPA credential

Experience working with business owners and privately held businesses

Experience with more complex individual and business returns

CCH Axcess experience

QuickBooks Online experience

Features and Benefits

 Health, Dental and Vision and Life Insurance Policy

Hybrid flexibility following successful initial ramp up

Approximately eight weeks of 50 hour workweeks during spring busy season, balanced with reduced schedules during slower periods

Three weeks paid vacation plus Arizona sick time

401k with 5% match

Entire Thanksgiving week off

Significant time off around Christmas

Annual company summit

Quarterly employee development conversations

Quarterly company town halls

Career advancement opportunities as the firm continues growing

Opportunity to develop from preparation into increasingly sophisticated tax planning and advisory work