Tax Associate

Clearpoint CPAs PC; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearPoint CPA’s is seeking a Tax Associate who will work directly with clients across industries, assist in tax planning, and lead the preparation and review of various tax returns. You will collaborate with managers and partners to supervise junior staff and grow your technical expertise while helping clients meet tax compliance and planning needs.

You will engage in year-round tax planning, maintain strong client relationships, and stay informed about evolving tax laws and regulatory changes,

Qualifications

• CPA license or eligible to sit for CPA exam
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation
• 1–3 years of public accounting tax experience
• Strong understanding of federal and multi-state tax regulations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with tax software such as UltraTax, Lacerte, or CCH Axcess a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
• Conduct tax research and provide technical support on complex tax issues
• Assist in year-round tax planning for clients
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and support effective communication
• Stay updated on current tax laws and regulatory changes

Skills

CPA license or eligible

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Public accounting tax experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation

Tools

UltraTax

Lacerte

CCH Axcess

Job description

Description

At ClearPoint CPA’s, our mission is to provide clear, insightful, and premier accounting and consulting that empowers businesses and individuals to move forward with confidence. We are committed to building lasting relationships through personalized service, industry expertise, and a steadfast dedication to clarity, integrity, and results.

We’re building a team that values true collaboration, prioritizes continuous professional development, celebrates both individual and collective successes, and communicates with openness and respect. If you’re looking for a workplace where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your contributions have real impact, you’ll feel right at home here. Join us and be part of a team committed to helping each other thrive.

As a Tax Associate, you will work directly with clients across industries, assist in tax planning, and lead the preparation and review of various tax returns. You’ll collaborate with managers and partners, supervise junior staff, and grow your technical expertise while helping our clients meet their tax compliance and planning needs.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
• Conduct tax research and provide technical support on complex tax issues
• Assist in year-round tax planning for clients
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and support effective communication
• Stay updated on current tax laws and regulatory changes
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and support effective communication
• Stay updated on current tax laws and regulatory changes

Requirements

• CPA license or eligible to sit for the CPA exam
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation
• 1-3 years of recent public accounting tax experience
• Strong understanding of federal and multi-state tax regulations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with tax software such as UltraTax, Lacerte, or CCH Axcess a plus.