Tax Associate

Staff Financial Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A tax service firm in Austin is seeking a motivated Tax Associate to join their team. The candidate should have 1–3 years of public accounting experience and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam. Responsibilities include preparing various tax returns, supporting tax planning activities, and performing bookkeeping functions. The position emphasizes organizational skills and teamwork in a collaborative office setting, offering competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a public accounting environment.
• Completion of all requirements to sit for the CPA exam.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns of varying complexity.
• Assist in preparing quarterly and year-end tax estimates.
• Draft response letters to IRS and state tax notices when necessary.
• Draft response letters to IRS and state tax notices when necessary.
• Make adjusting journal entries and complete trial balances to support business tax return preparation.
• Perform accounting and bookkeeping functions as needed.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational abilities

Analytical abilities

Team-oriented work

Team-oriented

Education

Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam

Job description

Tax Associate - Austin, TX

Who: A motivated accounting professional with 1–3 years of public accounting experience and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.

What: Prepares individual and business tax returns, supports tax planning activities, and assists with bookkeeping and compliance tasks.

When: Full-time position available immediately.

Where: Austin, TX

Why: To strengthen the tax team by providing high-quality tax preparation, analytical support, and reliable client service.

Office Environment: A collaborative, growth-oriented setting that values communication, accuracy, and professional development.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview

The Tax Associate assists in the preparation of individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns while developing technical skills, supporting accounting functions, and contributing to an efficient and high-quality client service experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns of varying complexity.
• Perform services within budgeted time by applying strong organizational, technical, and time-management skills.
• Assist in preparing quarterly and year-end tax estimates.
• Draft response letters to IRS and state tax notices when necessary.
• Make adjusting journal entries and complete trial balances to support business tax return preparation.
• Perform accounting and bookkeeping functions as needed.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience (or busy seasons) in a public accounting environment.
• Completion of all requirements to sit for the CPA exam.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.