Tax Associate
Sweeney Conrad•Kirkland, WA
•$80,000 - $82,000•Hybrid
About The Position
A Tax Associate plays a foundational role in the preparation of federal and state tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients across professional services, technology, manufacturing and distribution, hospitality, and healthcare — ranging from pre-revenue startups to $80M in revenue — including individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and small family-owned and operating businesses. This position reports directly to the Partner of Tax and is based in Kirkland, Washington, with a hybrid work schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 0–2 years of public or private accounting experience
- CPA eligible or actively pursuing CPA licensure
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Demonstrated experience in managing multiple tasks and in organizing and prioritizing work assignments and ongoing duties
- Ability to communicate effectively and timely in writing and verbally with colleagues, clients, and other external partners
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment
Responsibilities
- Prepare federal and state tax returns, including multistate filings, across a variety of entity types including individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
- Apply a basic understanding of balance sheets and profit and loss statements in the context of operating business returns
- Conduct tax research under the direction of senior staff and managers
- Support senior associates and managers in finalizing client engagements
- Track engagement status and communicate progress to the team
- Collaborate with staff across CAAS, audit, and advisory teams as needed
- Receive hands-on training and mentorship from senior associates and managers
- Build foundational knowledge of federal and state tax compliance and regulations
- Develop client communication skills in preparation for future client-facing responsibilities
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dependent coverage
- Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Flexible time off (PTO)
- 13 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
