Tax & Assurance Associate

Crete Professionals Alliance; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life and Long Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer contributions

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Job summary

A dynamic accounting and advisory firm in Arlington, Virginia, is seeking a Tax & Assurance Associate. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing tax and consulting services, planning assurance engagements, and preparing financial statements. This position requires a strong academic background in accounting, technical knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The firm offers a competitive salary range and a robust benefits package, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Solid academic performance and achievement in relevant areas of study.
• Relevant internship or work experience is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax and consulting services including preparing tax returns and researching tax issues.
• Plan assurance engagements and prepare financial statements.
• Identify and assist in the resolution of client issues.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Problem solving and analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Effective time management skills

Education

BS or MS in Accounting

Job description

TKR, is hiring! TKR is an independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm specializing in accounting and consulting services for businesses and individuals. Join a rapidly growing organization with a strategic vision and dynamic plan.

We are seeking a Tax & Assurance Associate to join our team.

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions!

Position Summary

As a tax associate, you will provide tax and consulting services such as preparing federal and state tax returns, researching, relevant tax issues, and communicating their impact on clients’ businesses. Additional responsibilities include preparing year‑end tax projections and learning to develop and deliver tax planning strategies.

As an audit associate, you will provide services related to planning assurance engagements and preparing financial statements, conducting testing procedures, identifying and assisting in the resolution of client issues, and other financial reporting matters.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications for this associate-level position include:

• BS or MS in Accounting
• Solid academic performance and achievement in relevant areas of study

Preferred qualifications for this associate-level position include:

• Technical accounting knowledge
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work effectively on a team as well as independently
• Effective time management skills
• Relevant internship or work experience is helpful, but not required

Benefits

We offer a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

This position operates as part of a US East Coast-based team, with typical working hours aligning with EST to facilitate effective collaboration. We offer flexibility in managing your schedule to maintain a healthy work-life balance while meeting business needs.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $70,000–$77,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.