Tax Associate

Jobtailor; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Bend, Oregon offers a Tax internship for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA eligibility. You will assist with federal, state, and local tax return preparation under supervision.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, analytical thinking, and clear client communication. You’ll work with a tax team on tax research and filings while learning under experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting with CPA eligibility.
• Expected graduation between Dec 2026 and Jun 2027.
• CA CPA eligibility preferred.
• Master’s in Taxation or Accountancy preferred.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Effective interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal, state, and local income tax returns with accurate documentation.
• Conduct tax research and develop tax workpapers; communicate with clients.
• Support the tax team to meet client deadlines and project goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical abilities

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Motivation to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Graduation between Dec 2026 and Jun 2027

Master’s in Taxation or Accountancy preferred

CA CPA eligible

GPA 3.0 minimum

Tools

Income Tax Returns

Tax Extensions

Amended Returns

Workpaper Documentation

Financial Analysis

Job description

Requirements

• Current or completed enrollment at an accredited university pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a major or emphasis in Accounting
• Expected completion of bachelor’s or master’s degree between December 2026 and June 2027
• CA CPA eligible
• Master’s degree in Taxation or Accountancy preferred
• Minimum accounting GPA of 3.0 preferred
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities
• High motivation to learn and produce high-quality work
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team to meet periodic and project-based client deadlines
• Prior public accounting experience helpful but not required
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in preparing federal, state, and local income tax returns while maintaining accurate documentation and effective communication with clients. Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail are essential for developing tax workpapers and conducting tax research.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Tax Return Preparation
• Tax Research
• Client Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Accounting Degree

Hard Skills

• Income Tax Returns
• Tax Extensions
• Amended Returns
• Financial Analysis
• Workpaper Documentation

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Collaboration
• Motivation to Learn
• Effective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• CA CPA Eligible

Industry Keywords

• Public Accounting
• Taxation
• Accounting Standards