Associate Tax Summer 2027 | Springfield

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking accounting students aiming for CPA eligibility for a full-time Tax opportunity. You will develop technical skills while helping clients from diverse industries and building professional relationships.

You will be mentored by experienced staff and managers, with increasing responsibilities as you grow. The role emphasizes teamwork, initiative, and meeting deadlines while contributing to client success.

Qualifications

• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Achieve a C or higher in job-relevant coursework.
• Achieve a C or higher in intermediate accounting.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam in at least one U.S. state by start date.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have reliable transportation and attend off-site meetings in person.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile client account differences and analyze financial data.
• Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, or other tax returns.
• Calculate tax extensions or estimate payments.
• Participate in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Initiative

Work under pressure

Education

Accounting major student

CPA eligibility by start date

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an accounting student striving for CPA eligibility and looking for a full-time opportunity in Tax? At Forvis Mazars, you can use your critical thinking abilities to help clients solve problems or apply your social skills to build rewarding business relationships. You will work with clients from a variety of industries as you develop your technical skills and strengthen the foundation on which you will build your career.

You will be coached by our experienced staff and management personnel. As your skill set grows, you will assume greater responsibility and actively participate in determining your career path.

How you will contribute:

• Working with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data
• Preparing individual, corporate, partnership, or other tax returns
• Calculating tax extension or estimating payments
• Participating in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Problem‑solving attitude
• Willingness to take initiative
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must maintain a minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0
• Achievement of a minimum grade of C or higher in job‑relevant coursework
• Achievement of a minimum grade of C or higher in intermediate accounting
• Candidates must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in at least one U.S. State by the start date of the role
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your assigned office and be able to attend off‑site meetings and events in person

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internships in a public accounting firm performing tax work

Legal Notice

Applicants for positions with Forvis Mazars must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.