Tax Associate

Mission Wealth Management LP; Arizona; On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k)/Profit Sharing

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Family Medical Leave (FMLA)

Sabbaticals

Wellness benefits

Educational reimbursements

Job summary

Mission Wealth Management LP seeks a Tax Associate to support our tax preparation team and provide tax-centric documents and planning for high-net-worth families. This in-office Scottsdale role demands flexibility, clear communication, and strong detail orientation.

With a base salary of $75,000 and a $20,000 annual bonus, you’ll work with wealth advisors and tax software to deliver accurate returns and planning strategies, while growing within a collaborative, community-focused firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Knowledge of tax laws and concepts.
• Familiarity with Form 1040 and/or Form 1041.
• Strong technical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and remain flexible.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, detail-oriented.
• Able to navigate a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Work with a high-performing & growth-oriented team.
• Speak your mind, have your voice heard, innovate, and streamline existing processes.
• Grow yourself personally and professionally with the support of your team.
• Assist with preparing federal and multi-state individual and trust income tax returns.
• Learn and effectively utilize tax preparation software to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance the quality of service to clients.
• Review documents and tax returns for accuracy.
• Perform tax technical research.
• Coordinate and communicate with other team members to perform job functions.
• Other various assigned projects associated with tax and wealth services.

Skills

Tax concepts

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Job description

Job Description

As a Barron’s Top 100 RIA firm and voted Best Places to Work by Fortune, Pacific Coast Business Times, Inc. (Best Workplaces), and Investment News, Mission Wealth is hiring a growth-minded Tax Associate to join our award-winning team! If you are ready to elevate your career in a leading wealth management company with a commitment to giving back to the community and expanding nationally, let’s go! Our ideal candidate is a Tax professional with hustle and a couple of years of experience working in a tax role. You define ambition, have a sense of adventure, and a passion for purpose, both in life and in your approach to tax strategy. If you can articulate your proven success in a tax support role, we want to hear from you ASAP!

The Tax Associate provides dedicated support to the tax preparation team and works closely with the wealth advisors to provide tax-centric documents and planning support to high-net-worth families. This position requires flexibility, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and attention to detail.

Mission Wealth has offered 360-degree wealth management services to affluent families since 2000. Our dynamic planning process ensures that every piece of the puzzle is put into place as our clients’ lives unfold and their needs evolve. This gives them the complete picture and confidence in their financial future.

Day-to-Day as a Tax Associate

• Work with a high-performing & growth-oriented team
• Speak your mind, have your voice heard, innovate, and streamline existing processes
• Grow yourself personally and professionally with the support of your team
• Assist with preparing federal and multi-state individual and trust income tax returns.
• Learn and effectively utilize tax preparation software to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance the quality of service to clients.
• Review documents and tax returns for accuracy.
• Perform tax technical research.
• Coordinate and communicate with other team members to perform job functions.
• Other various assigned projects associated with tax and wealth services.

What You Bring as a Tax Associate:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Knowledge of tax laws and concepts
• Familiarity with Form 1040 and/or Form 1041
• Strong technical skills
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative to meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills (written/verbal) and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and remain flexible as priorities change
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, detail-oriented
• Able to navigate a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude

Job Type: Full-time, salaried non-exempt

Location: This position is based out of our office in Scottsdale. This is an in-office position.

Salary: $75,000, plus $20,000 annual bonus paid in quarterly increments

We offer a competitive salary, team-based compensation plan, defined pathways to equity partner in the firm, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k)/Profit Sharing, Volunteer Time Off (VTO), Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Sabbaticals, wellness benefits, and ongoing educational reimbursements.