Tax Associate

Jacobson Lawrence & Co • Seattle, WA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a highly motivated Tax Associate to join our Washington tax team. In this role, you’ll assist with tax return preparation, compliance, and planning for a variety of clients, including corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals. You’ll gain hands-on experience with federal tax law and Washington-specific tax issues while working alongside experienced CPAs and mentors. Because Washington does not impose a personal or corporate income tax, this role will also involve exposure to other state and local taxes such as the Washington Business & Occupation (B&O) Tax and Washington Sales and Use Tax, as well as multistate tax considerations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA-eligible or actively pursuing CPA licensure in Washington
• Understanding of federal tax regulations and general state/local tax concepts
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)

Nice To Haves

• Internship or 1+ year of experience in public accounting or tax preparation
• Familiarity with Washington tax structure (B&O tax, sales/use tax, or multistate filings)
• Experience with tax software such as ProConnect Tax.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
• Assist in the preparation of tax extensions, estimated payments, and tax projections
• Support compliance with Washington state and local taxes, including B&O and sales/use tax filings
• Conduct basic tax research on federal and multistate issues using tools like CCH or BNA
• Assist clients with inquiries or notices from the Internal Revenue Service and the Washington State Department of Revenue
• Maintain organized and accurate client documentation and workpapers
• Stay up to date on federal and Washington state/local tax law changes
• Collaborate with team members in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Utilize tax preparation software (e.g., ProConnect Tax.) to process returns

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees