Tax Associate (Hybrid) — Growth & Impact

Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt LLP; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt LLP in Pasadena is seeking a Staff in Tax to prepare federal and multi-state returns for individuals and entities, with exposure to tax research and planning. The role emphasizes collaboration, meeting engagement timelines, and ongoing learning within a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will have an accounting degree in progress or a master’s program, strong communication, leadership, and client-centric mindset, and the ability to multi-task and adapt in a

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA 3.0 overall and in accounting
• Active Beta Alpha Psi or similar accounting campus org
• Strong technical aptitude with clear verbal and written communication
• Demonstrated leadership, judgment, problem-solving and decision-making
• Able to learn quickly, accept feedback, and coachable
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, take initiative, work independently
• Detail-oriented, positive team player, client-focused

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and multi-state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts and related work papers
• Respond to correspondences from taxing authorities
• Identify tax issues and propose resolution strategies
• Perform tax research as needed and conduct self-review
• Learn and use firm tax software for knowledge sharing and quality service
• Collaborate with team and communicate status to engagement staff
• Complete projects within engagement timeline and budget
• Build strong relationships with firm professionals at all levels
• Participate in trainings, recruiting events, and firm activities
• Work with buddy and performance manager on professional development

Skills

Beta Alpha Psi member

Strong communication

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Client-centric

Education

Accounting degree in progress

Master’s in accounting (pursuing)

Job description

Holthouse Carlin & Van Trigt LLP in Pasadena is seeking a Staff in Tax to prepare federal and multi-state returns for individuals and entities, with exposure to tax research and planning. The role emphasizes collaboration, meeting engagement timelines, and ongoing learning within a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will have an accounting degree in progress or a master’s program, strong communication, leadership, and client-centric mindset, and the ability to multi-task and adapt in a