Tax Associate
Sweeney Conrad
Kirkland, WA0–2 yrs2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- TaxAuditingAccountingCPAExcelMicrosoft Office
- Work
- Hybrid in Kirkland
- Pay
- $80K–$82K a year
- Skill demand
- Accounting92%Auditing52%Tax29%CPA16%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 5, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
A Tax Associate plays a foundational role in the preparation of federal and state tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients. This position reports directly to the Partner of Tax and is based in Kirkland, Washington, with a hybrid work schedule.
Key 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
Requirements & Tech Stack
- 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
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $80,000 - $82,000 per year
- Comprehensive benefits package (for employees working 30+ hours per week):
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Dependent coverage
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Flexible time off (PTO)
- 13 paid holidays