Associate Tax Winter 2026

Forvis Mazars Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking accounting students eager to achieve CPA eligibility through a full-time Tax opportunity. This role offers a chance to develop critical thinking and social skills while working with diverse clients across various industries. As you grow, you will engage in meaningful tasks such as reconciling accounts, preparing tax returns, and participating in client meetings. You will be mentored by experienced professionals, allowing you to shape your career path in a supportive environment. If you possess strong communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset, this is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in accounting.

Qualifications

• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the relevant state.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge is required.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile account differences and analyze financial data.
• Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, or other tax returns.

Skills

Effective time management

Strong oral communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Problem-solving attitude

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate positions require a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting
• Associates must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the state in which your office will be located
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internships in a public accounting firm performing tax work

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.