Tax Associate

Job overview

The Tax Associate role is onsite in Frisco, TX; compensation is not specified, with the posting describing salary as commensurate with experience. The associate reports to partners and managers at The CJ Group. The role prepares tax returns under supervision and supports tax research and consulting work. It contributes to client service by communicating about return information and project status, staying current on tax law changes, and completing accurate work within filing deadlines, including additional hours during peak tax seasons.

What you'll do

• Prepare U.S. individual, corporate, partnership, fiduciary, and other tax returns under supervision
• assist with tax research and consulting projects
• communicate with clients about tax return information and status
• communicate project status to senior associates, managers, senior managers, and partners
• remain current with federal and state tax law changes
• become familiar with Internal Revenue Code sections, regulations, and firm practices
• perform other duties as necessary.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

tax associate

tax preparation

individual tax returns

corporate tax returns

partnership tax returns

fiduciary tax returns

tax research

client communication

frisco tx

the cj group

peak tax season overtime

cpa education in progress

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Standard firm benefits are referenced
• specific benefits are not listed.

Why this role

The posting welcomes candidates with 0–2 years of professional experience, preferably in public accounting, and expects overtime during peak tax seasons.

About the employer

The CJ Group (Formerly Cornwell Jackson) is hiring for this role. Industry: Tax Preparation Services. Sector: 54.