Senior Associate, Tax

Forvis-Mazars; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP—an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global—seeks a tax professional to deliver compliance and advisory services for individuals, partnerships, and corporations in the Seattle area. You will provide unmatched client service, collaborate with management on issues, and take ownership of tasks to ensure timely, quality outcomes.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, 2+ years' tax experience, CPA exam eligibility, and strong MS Office

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax.
• Must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam per 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 foster trusted advisor relationships.
• Collaborate with client management to identify issues and practical solutions.
• Take ownership of tasks, manage workflows, and ensure timely completion.
• Utilize technology tools and pursue process improvements through innovation.
• Complete Continuing Professional Education to maintain proficiency.
• Support the proposal process by articulating capabilities and expertise.
• Contribute to internal learning sessions and campus recruiting events.

Skills

Taxation knowledge

Client service

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

What You Will Do:

• 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

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.

With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we’re building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience® while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

What We Offer

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being—empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers .

Legal Notice

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.

It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider any unsolicited referrals, resumes or CVs from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies.

Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or recruiting agency unless such recruiter or recruiting agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume(s) or CV(s) submitted to anyone working for Forvis Mazars, LLP, or submitted to a Forvis Mazars, LLP general email, without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place, will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.

Washington Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, the salary range displayed is for the Washington market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits such as medical, dental, vision, tax-savings plans, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, holidays, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.