Tax Associate, Accounting Methods

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Are you looking for an accounting role to launch your career?

Do you want to work with privately held and publicly traded companies that occupy all stages of development?

As a Tax Associate at Baker Tilly (BT), you will be a value architect delivering tax advisory services to clients. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT offers you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.

You will enjoy this role if you:
• Have an interest in developing specialized technical knowledge in federal tax accounting methods and tax consulting.
• Enjoy researching tax laws, analyzing financial information, and solving complex accounting and business challenges.
• Desire to become a trusted business advisor by helping clients identify tax savings opportunities and navigate changing tax regulations.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment where you can work alongside experienced tax professionals and learn from their expertise.
• Value professional development and want to work for a firm that provides opportunities for continued learning, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Want to build a long-term career in tax consulting with opportunities to gain exposure to a variety of industries and complex technical issues.

You will have the opportunity to:
• Be an integral member of the Tax Accounting Methods team, supporting federal tax consulting and advisory engagements for clients across a variety of industries.
• Assist in identifying, analyzing, and implementing tax accounting method changes related to revenue recognition, expense deductions, capitalization, depreciation, cost recovery, inventory, and other federal tax accounting matters.
• Support the preparation of Form 3115 (Application for Change in Accounting Method), including the development of supporting documentation, calculations, and Section 481(a) adjustments.
• Participate in tax research projects.
• Assist in drafting technical memoranda, client communications, and presentations summarizing research findings and proposed tax strategies.
• Work closely with senior associates, managers, and partners to develop recommendations and implement tax-efficient solutions for clients.
• Communicate with clients and internal engagement teams to gather information, resolve questions, and ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
• Develop your technical and client service skills through direct on-the-job coaching, mentoring, and participation in firmwide learning and development programs.
• Build strong professional relationships internally and externally while gaining exposure to specialized tax consulting engagements.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 year degree
• Eligible to obtain CPA or Law License/JD.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or law, or a related degree in business, with sufficient course work and credits to sit for the CPA and/or Bar exam in the state you are being considered
• 1 year of professional experience
• 1 year of business tax compliance experience
• Outstanding academic performance required, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
• Previous experience supporting federal income tax compliance or consulting engagements for corporations or partnerships.
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving
• Organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• There is currently no immigration sponsorship available for this position
• Prior specialized accounting methods experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with a strong foundation in tax or accounting and a demonstrated interest in developing specialized technical expertise are encouraged to apply.

The pay rate ranges for this position are listed below. This range represents a good-faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation the firm expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of relevant factors, including an applicant's skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. Baker Tilly offers a compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

In Chicago, IL: pay rate range is $71,600 to $102,400

The national pay rate range is $65,100 to $93,100