Senior Associate, Tax

Forvis Mazars US; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars US in Minneapolis is seeking a Tax Senior Associate to handle hands-on client work and navigate a complex tax landscape within a collaborative culture.

You will provide tax compliance and advisory services, collaborate with management, and contribute to firm publications and recruiting initiatives, while maintaining CPAs’ continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, taxation or related field.
• 2+ years of tax experience in public accounting or mix with corporate tax.
• CPA exam eligibility as defined by state board requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel for client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance and advisory services to individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
• Deliver exceptional client service and build trusted advisor relationships.
• Collaborate with client management to identify issues and propose practical solutions.
• Take ownership of tasks and ensure timely completion within budget and scope.
• Utilize technology tools and contribute to process improvements.
• Complete Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements to maintain proficiency.
• Support the proposal process for prospective clients by contributing insights.
• Collaborate on publications and internal learning sessions to share knowledge.
• Represent the firm at campus recruiting events and promote opportunities.

Skills

Public tax experience

CPA eligible

Travel flexibility

Client service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tax Senior Associate

Forvis Mazars is growing in Minneapolis, and we're looking for a Tax Senior Associate ready to grow with us. This role offers hands‑on client work, exposure to complex tax engagements, and the opportunity to build your career in a collaborative, people‑first culture.

Our Tax team is dedicated to helping clients navigate a complex tax landscape with clarity and confidence. Our team delivers practical, forward‑thinking guidance tailored to each client’s goals, offering reliable support through change, growth, and opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance and advisory services to individuals (Forms 1040, 1040‑NR), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Forms 1120, 1120‑S) across a variety of industries.
• Deliver exceptional client service that exceeds expectations through timely, unmatched support while cultivating strong relationships as a trusted advisor and partner in their success.
• Collaborate proactively with key client management to identify issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks by organizing workflows, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion within budget and scope to consistently deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Utilize technology tools effectively and demonstrate a commitment to process improvement through innovation.
• Complete Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements to maintain technical proficiency and industry knowledge.
• Support the proposal process for prospective clients by contributing insights and helping articulate the firm’s capabilities and areas of expertise.
• Collaborate on Forvis Mazars‑sponsored technical publications and contribute to internal learning and development sessions to share knowledge and foster team growth.
• Represent the firm at campus recruiting events, engaging with top‑tier university talent to promote the company’s brand, share career opportunities, and support early talent acquisition initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting.
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam, meeting the educational requirements as defined by the applicable state board of accountancy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings. Travel may include overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in related field.
• Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.