Tax Associate - Fall 2027

Anders • Chesterfield, MO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Tax Department of one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in the country is seeking an Associate who is motivated to learn, excited to collaborate and passionate about delivering outstanding results. This individual will have a direct impact on our firm’s mission of serving as a catalyst for those striving to achieve their highest potential. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for the preparation of corporate, partnership, trust and individual income tax returns, as well as general ledger maintenance and account analysis. To succeed in this role, you should have a foundational understanding of accounting principles with a desire to build your technical skills and knowledge.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
• CPA or CPA Candidate
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Client service-focused
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without requiring sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Foundational understanding of accounting principles with a desire to build your technical skills and knowledge

Responsibilities

• Complete tax returns, perform tax research, analyze tax notices and draft responses, and assist in tax planning and the preparation of projections
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes and assist clients with routine accounting functions while assessing their current systems/processes to determine appropriateness and effectiveness
• Prepare monthly sales tax and monthly payroll tax returns
• Compile financial statements, prepare accruals, general ledger entries and reconcile accounts
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Work Flex program (option to work at Chesterfield office, Downtown St. Louis office, remotely, adopt a hybrid approach or switch between these options)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level