Audit & Tax Associate

Job Description

2027 Audit or Tax Entry Level Staff | Plante Moran

The Tone:
This is an entry-level, full-time staff role at Plante Moran, located across the CO, IL, OH, and MA regions, operating under a hybrid model with a principally in-person approach. Plante Moran is one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms, built on a “we-care” culture and consistent recognition for its world-class environment. This role is crucial for instilling confidence in organizations of all sizes by assuring their financial health. You can count on the firm to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – CO, IL, OH, and MA regions
• Pay: $74,000.00–$83,000.00 yearly
• Mission: Instill confidence in organizations large and small by assuring their financial health.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Engagement: Participate in different phases of audit and/or tax engagements for clients.
• Analysis: Conduct planning, testing, researching, and reporting activities.
• Documentation: Work with compilations, reviews, compliance, financial statements, and benefit plans.
• Taxation: Engage in corporate, partnership, individual, international federal, and state & local taxes.
• Collaboration: Interact meaningfully with staff at all levels and with a diverse range of clients.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting, or a Master’s degree in accounting or tax.
• Experience: Completion of the requisite degree and supporting credits to sit for the CPA exam, with the goal of successfully obtaining your CPA license.
• Skills: Detail-oriented leadership, problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills.
• Bonus: A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.