Tax Associate - Tax Associate, CPA, CPA Eligible

CyberCoders; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental insurance

401k with company matching

Paid Time Off

CPA exam support

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking an Entry-Level Tax / Accounting Associate for a 100% on-site role in Vineland, NJ. The firm provides hands-on exposure to federal, state, and local tax returns, along with engagement in diverse financial disciplines and CPA progression opportunities.

You will work alongside seasoned professionals in a collaborative environment, gaining experience in tax planning, compliance workflows, and client bookkeeping support while maintaining meticulous records and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• Excellent communication skills, strong analytical capabilities, sharp problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Tax Preparation: Assist in the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and corporate entities.
• Financial Analysis: Review and organize client source documents, ensuring accurate data entry into tax accounting software.
• Research & Compliance: Conduct fundamental tax law research to support proactive tax planning initiatives and assist in drafting responses to IRS or state tax authority notices.
• General Accounting Support: Support client engagements with sales tax, payroll reporting, and tailored bookkeeping system implementation.
• Client & Team Collaboration: Maintain highly organized digital and physical workpapers while actively participating in team strategy meetings.

Job description

Job Title: Entry-Level Tax / Accounting Associate

Location: Vineland, NJ (On-site)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are an established, full-service Certified Public Accounting CPA firm based in Vineland, New Jersey, proudly serving individuals, small businesses, and corporations across the tri-state area for over three decades. We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Entry-Level Tax / Accounting Associate to join our collaborative team.

This role offers an exceptional foundation in public accounting. You will work directly alongside seasoned professionals and partners with decades of collective experience, gaining hands‑on exposure to diverse industries, complex tax planning, business valuations, and compliance workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Preparation: Assist in the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and corporate entities.
• Financial Analysis: Review and organize client source documents, ensuring accurate data entry into tax accounting software.
• Research & Compliance: Conduct fundamental tax law research to support proactive tax planning initiatives and assist in drafting responses to IRS or state tax authority notices.
• General Accounting Support: Support client engagements with sales tax, payroll reporting, and tailored bookkeeping system implementation.
• Client & Team Collaboration: Maintain highly organized digital and physical workpapers while actively participating in team strategy meetings.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• CPA Track: Intention or active pursuit of the CPA designation is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with MS Excel and foundational familiarity with accounting software e.g., QuickBooks is a strong plus.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills, strong analytical capabilities, sharp problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Work Schedule: This is a 100% on-site role out of our Vineland office, operating standard business hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM with manageable increases during peak tax seasons.

Allocation, Growth & Benefits

• Salary Range: $50,000 to $90,000 annually Base pay scaled competitively to the Vineland, NJ market for entry-level accounting roles, commensurate with experience and CPA progression.
• Growth Opportunities: Clear opportunities for advancement. We emphasize internal mentorship, direct interaction with firm partners, and a broad exposure to varied financial disciplines valuation, litigation support, and advisory to fuel your career growth.
• Benefits Package:
  • Comprehensive Health and Dental insurance plans.
  • 401k retirement plan with company matching.
  • Paid Time Off PTO and paid holidays.
  • Professional development assistance and CPA exam support.