Tax Associate — Public Accounting & CPA Prep

NorthPoint Search Group; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking a Tax Associate in Metairie, LA to join a collaborative accounting team. The role focuses on preparing tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships, while supporting planning activities and basic bookkeeping.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in public accounting and CPA eligibility, with strong communication and organizational skills. Full-time position with immediate start.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience (or busy seasons) in a public accounting environment.
• Completion of all requirements to sit for the CPA exam.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns of varying complexity.
• Perform services within budgeted time by applying strong organizational, technical, and time-management skills.
• Assist in preparing quarterly and year-end tax estimates.
• Draft response letters to IRS and state tax notices when necessary.
• Make adjusting journal entries and complete trial balances to support business tax return preparation.
• Perform accounting and bookkeeping functions as needed.

Skills

Tax preparation

Public accounting

CPA eligible

Attention to detail

Job description

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking a Tax Associate in Metairie, LA to join a collaborative accounting team. The role focuses on preparing tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships, while supporting planning activities and basic bookkeeping.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in public accounting and CPA eligibility, with strong communication and organizational skills. Full-time position with immediate start.