Tax Associate - Fall 2027

Johnson Lambert LLP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO for all professional level

Half-day Fridays in summer

Employer-subsidized medical & dental

401(k) with employer match

CPA review course and exam fee support

Internal trainings and webinars

2 paid days off for community service

Open-door policy

Job summary

Johnson Lambert LLP in Raleigh, NC is seeking an entry-level tax professional to participate in client engagements from planning to delivery. You will research tax issues, communicate resolutions to clients, and help teams develop efficient processes while mentoring junior associates.

The role offers hands-on experience in public accounting, opportunities to advance toward CPA licensure, and a collaborative culture with a strong client focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and requisite hours to sit for the CPA exam.
• 0-3 years of experience.
• Desire to work in public accounting.
• A strong track record of leadership and related extracurricular activities.
• Ability to work additional hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in client engagements from start to finish, including planning, completing tax projects, and working within a budget.
• Research tax issues and communicate with clients on resolutions.
• Work with team to develop new ways to solve client business problems.
• Supervise, train, and mentor new associates and interns on tax processes.
• Proactively communicate with management regarding work status and time/budget variances.
• Develop professional relationships with clients and maintain client confidentiality.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

What’s the job like?

• Actively participate in client engagements from start to finish, including planning, completing tax projects, and working within a budget
• Research tax issues and communicate with clients on resolutions.
• Work with team to develop new ways to solve client business problems
• Actively participate as a team member to complete projects and assigned tasks
• Supervise, train, and mentor new associates and interns on tax processes
• Plan work in appropriate priorities and sequences
• Supervise, train, and mentor new associates and interns on tax processes
• Proactively communicate with appropriate management regarding work status, schedule requests, and time/budget variances, etc.
• Communicate with clients to resolve tax-related matters
• Manage work time appropriately to ensure client expectations and deadlines are consistently met
• Develop professional relationships with clients and demonstrate appropriate behavior at all times at client site
• Learn about current tax practices and changes in the tax legislation
• Develop technical skills through on the job experience and formal channels, such as seminars, etc.
• Build strong working relationships at peer and client levels
• Maintain professional standards of the firm and client confidentiality

What you’ll need for success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and requisite hours to sit for the CPA exam
• 0-3 years of experience
• Desire to work in public accounting
• A strong track record of leadership and related extracurricular activities
• Ability to work additional hours as needed

How JL will support you and your career:

• 25 days of paid time off for all professional level employees
• Half-day Fridays during the summer
• Employer-subsidized medical & dental benefits for both employee and family
• 401(k) with employer match
• Financial support for CPA review course and exam fees
• Opportunity to attend internal trainings and webinars
• 2 paid days off annually for personal community service activities
• A true “open-door” policy at all levels

Equity note:

Research suggests that women and Black, Indigenous, and other persons of color are less likely than men or White job seekers to apply for positions unless they are confident they meet 100% of the qualifications. We strongly encourage interested individuals to apply, and allow us to evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities you demonstrate, using an internal equity lens.

Johnson Lambert prides itself for the hands-on approach and relationships we build with future employees, employees, and clients. We believe each application is the potential for a future relationship with JL. Therefore, a member of our HR team personally reviews all applications submitted.