Associate Tax Winter 2028 | Madison

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP in Madison, WI is seeking accounting students for a full-time Tax role aimed at CPA eligibility. You will work with clients from various industries, preparing returns and analyzing data under the guidance of experienced staff and management.

This position emphasizes developing technical skills and a clear career path. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong time management, communication, and teamwork, with initiative and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Maintains a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam by start date.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Initiative

Under pressure

Education

CPA eligibility

GPA 3.0

Intermediate accounting

CPA exam eligibility by start date

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
• 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

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.