Tax Associate

Geneva Search Partners LLC; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Diverse client exposure

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Geneva Search Partners LLC is seeking a Tax Associate to join a growing CPA firm and help serve business and individual clients. The role suits someone with public accounting experience who enjoys building client relationships and solving tax challenges within a collaborative team.

You will prepare federal and state returns for individuals and entities, assist with planning and year-round matters, and stay current on evolving tax laws. A CPA path is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of tax experience in public accounting.
• Experience preparing both individual and business tax returns.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA license or progress toward CPA certification is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and corporations.
• Assist clients with tax compliance, planning, and year-round tax matters.
• Research tax issues and identify practical solutions for clients.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information and address inquiries.
• Support tax engagements from preparation through filing.
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and regulations.

Skills

Tax compliance

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

We're looking for a Tax Associate to join a growing CPA firm and play a key role in serving both business and individual clients. This position is ideal for someone with public accounting experience who enjoys building client relationships, solving tax challenges, and working in a collaborative team environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and corporations
• Assist clients with tax compliance, planning, and year-round tax matters
• Research tax issues and identify practical solutions for clients
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information and address inquiries
• Support tax engagements from preparation through filing
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and regulations

What We're Looking For:

• 1+ years of tax experience in public accounting
• Experience preparing both individual and business tax returns
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• CPA license or progress toward CPA certification is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and client service abilities

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Exposure to a diverse client base across multiple industries
• Supportive and team-oriented culture
• Meaningful client interaction and responsibility

If you're ready to take the next step in your public accounting career and make an impact with a dynamic CPA firm, we'd love to connect.