Entry-Level Audit & Tax Analyst — Growth & CPA Path

Plante Moran; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Plante Moran is seeking professionals to strengthen our audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management teams. You’ll contribute to meaningful client work from day one, with opportunities to specialize or gain cross-service line exposure in a large, inclusive firm.

The role emphasizes growth, flexibility, and a supportive culture, with travel as needed across national offices. We value candidates who are dedicated to professional development and client service excellence.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented leader with problem solving, communication, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting; or Master’s degree in accounting or tax.
• Academics success (a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0).
• Completion of the requisite degree and supporting credits to sit for the CPA exam, with the goal of obtaining CPA license.

Responsibilities

• Participating in different phases of the audit and/or tax engagement.
• Planning, testing, researching, and reporting.
• Working with compilations, reviews, compliance, financial statements, and benefit plans.
• Engaging in corporate, partnership, individual, international federal, and state & local taxes.
• Meaningful interactions with staff at all levels and with our clients.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree in accounting or tax

Job description

Plante Moran is seeking professionals to strengthen our audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management teams. You’ll contribute to meaningful client work from day one, with opportunities to specialize or gain cross-service line exposure in a large, inclusive firm.

The role emphasizes growth, flexibility, and a supportive culture, with travel as needed across national offices. We value candidates who are dedicated to professional development and client service excellence.