Tax Associate
Jacobson Lawrence & Company · Seattle, WA · 2 mo ago
On-siteFinance$28.85–$32/hrFull-time
Tax Associate
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.
- Prepare federal tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
- Aid 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
- Absorb 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
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)
Preferred
- 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