Tax Associate

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

TAX ASSOCIATE - REMOTE OPPORTUNITY

Our client located in Mesa, Arizona has an immediate need for a Tax Associate. This is a direct hire hybrid opportunity. Fully remote candidates will be considered.

Company Profile

Our client is a growing CPA firm in the Mesa and Phoenix area providing tax compliance, tax strategy, accounting, payroll, and advisory services. With approximately 25 employees and continued growth through new business and potential acquisitions, the firm offers an opportunity to join an established team while continuing to develop professionally.

Tax Associate Role

The Tax Associate will be responsible for hands on preparation of individual and business tax returns while developing broader technical, client service, and advisory capabilities. This position is ideal for an experienced Tax Associate who has developed a strong preparation foundation and wants continued professional growth within a collaborative CPA firm.

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 members of the team
• 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

Required

• 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

Preferred

• EA or CPA credential
• Experience working with business owners and privately held businesses
• Experience with more complex individual and business returns
• CCH Axcess experience
• QuickBooks Online experience

Features and Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision and Life Insurance Policy
• Hybrid flexibility following successful initial ramp up
• Approximately eight weeks of 50 hour workweeks during spring busy season, balanced with reduced schedules during slower periods
• Three weeks paid vacation plus Arizona sick time
• 401k with 5% match
• Entire Thanksgiving week off
• Significant time off around Christmas
• Annual company summit
• Quarterly employee development conversations
• Quarterly company town halls
• Career advancement opportunities as the firm continues growing
• Opportunity to develop from preparation into increasingly sophisticated tax planning and advisory work