Remote Tax Associate — Growth & Advisory Focus

dfwHR; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Hybrid work model

401k with 5% match

Paid vacation and sick time

Thanksgiving and year-end time off

Job summary

dfwHR is partnering with a Mesa, AZ CPA firm to hire a Tax Associate for a hybrid role. The position supports hands-on preparation of individual and business tax returns and offers opportunities for growth in advisory work.

The firm emphasizes collaboration, client service, and timely delivery during peak seasons. Ideal candidates have about four years of tax prep experience, CPA/EA credentials preferred, and strong time management.

Qualifications

• 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

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 team members
• 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

Skills

Tax preparation

Tax research

Time management

Client communication

Collaboration

Detail orientation

Education

CPA/EA credential (preferred)

Tools

CCH Axcess

QuickBooks Online

Job description

dfwHR is partnering with a Mesa, AZ CPA firm to hire a Tax Associate for a hybrid role. The position supports hands-on preparation of individual and business tax returns and offers opportunities for growth in advisory work.

The firm emphasizes collaboration, client service, and timely delivery during peak seasons. Ideal candidates have about four years of tax prep experience, CPA/EA credentials preferred, and strong time management.