Tax Associate | January 2027

CBIZ, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement savings

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Certification incentives

Referral program

Job summary

CBIZ, Inc. in Colorado Springs seeks an accounting professional eligible for CPA certification to support audits across Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, Manufacturing and more.

You will assist in planning, executing, and communicating audit findings with senior staff, managers and partners, helping to resolve issues and improve processes. This role emphasizes strong GAAP knowledge, client service, and mentoring junior associates.

Qualifications

• Internship or related field experience in accounting preferred.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written.
• Basic knowledge of GAAP, taxation compliance, codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple audit assignments across industries.
• Apply accounting and auditing principles to client work.
• Communicate audit issues to seniors and managers.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure high service standards.
• Assist with training junior staff on audit methodology.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical

Research skills

Tax project management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation

CPA eligible

Internship experience in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

• Base Range Info Compensation for this role will be based on the background of the individual selected for this position. For more details see the “About Us” section.
• Base Range $50,000 - $90,000

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple audit assignments in Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, Manufacturing and many more industries

Execute solid understanding of accounting and auditing principles, quality control standards and technology implementation procedures relative to individual client assignments

Participate in client assignments from beginning to end

Identify and communicate audit issues, technical matters and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers, and partners to resolve client issues discovered during the audit process

Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships

Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness, and commitment to understanding their goals and needs

Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality, and personal conduct

Assist with training and mentoring junior associates and interns on MHM audit methodology

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred

CPA eligible; desire to obtain certification is required

Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred

Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and tax project management skills, including basic knowledge of GAAP, Taxation compliance, codes and regulations

Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment

Strong verbal and written communications skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels oforganization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs

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Compensation & Benefits

The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on the education, experience, geographical location, and skill set of the individual selected for this position. Beyond income, you have access to:

• comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• retirement savings
• life and disability insurance
• health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• certification incentives
• education assistance
• referral program
• much more.

This posting will remain open for a minimum of three days and may close at any time thereafter.

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