Audit and Tax Associate | Fall 2028

CBIZ•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple audit assignments for MHM in Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, Manufacturing and many more industries. Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for CBIZ for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals. Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with IRS audits, tax notice response, trust returns, gift and estate returns. 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 audit methodology.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple audit assignments for MHM in Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, Manufacturing and many more industries.
Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for CBIZ for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals.
Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with IRS audits, tax notice response, trust returns, gift and estate returns.
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 audit methodology.