Tax Associate: Build CPA-Ready Skills & Client Impact

Forvis Mazars, LLP; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP in West Des Moines, IA seeks an accounting student for a full-time Tax role to build foundational skills and CPA eligibility. You will be coached by experienced staff, work across industries, and help clients solve problems while developing technical abilities.

Key tasks include reconciling accounts, preparing various tax returns, estimating payments, and joining client meetings with partners. Strong organizational and teamwork skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam in at least one U.S. State by the start date of the role.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge and proficiency in MS Office.
• Willingness to attend off-site meetings and events in person.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile account differences and analyze financial data with clients.
• Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, or other tax returns.
• Calculate tax extensions or estimate payments.
• Participate in client meetings with Forvis Mazars partners and managers.

Skills

Time management

Oral and written communication

Teamwork and independence

Problem-solving

Initiative

Pressure and deadlines

Education

CPA exam eligibility

GPA 3.0 minimum

Intermediate accounting grade C or higher

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Forvis Mazars, LLP in West Des Moines, IA seeks an accounting student for a full-time Tax role to build foundational skills and CPA eligibility. You will be coached by experienced staff, work across industries, and help clients solve problems while developing technical abilities.

Key tasks include reconciling accounts, preparing various tax returns, estimating payments, and joining client meetings with partners. Strong organizational and teamwork skills are essential for success.