Associate – Tax Accounting

Job Description

January 2027 Tax Associate | Frank, Rimerman + Co. LLP

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid role at Frank, Rimerman + Co. LLP, based from our San Francisco or San Jose office with an expectation to be in-person three days per week. The company is a sophisticated and growing tax practice, consistently recognized as a “Best Place to Work” and a top firm nationally. This role is critical for providing innovative tax solutions to unique and diverse clients, allowing direct interaction with high-caliber individuals and offering insight into the Silicon Valley landscape. Associates will develop essential technical, professional, leadership, and interpersonal skills to establish a successful career.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, San Francisco, CA or San Jose, CA
• Pay: $85000–$97000 yearly
• Team: Works closely with Managers and Partners within a sophisticated tax practice.
• Mission: To provide innovative tax solutions for a diverse client base and develop a well-rounded tax foundation.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Develop a well-rounded tax foundation through income tax planning and return preparation for various client types.
• Attend client meetings and engagement planning meetings to contribute to strategic discussions.
• Prepare quarterly estimates using appropriate techniques for client tax obligations.
• Implement federal, state, and foreign tax minimization strategies.
• Sharpen accounting skills by creating financial statements, booking journal entries, and generating personal balance sheets/net worth statements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Enrolled in a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s program with a concentration in accounting. Entry-level. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; this position is not eligible for sponsorship.
• Experience: Final graduation date between July 2026 and December 2026. Educational requirements for California CPA licensure completed prior to the start date.
• Skills: Minimum overall GPA of 3.2 (with a higher major GPA preferred). Demonstrated clear, professional written and oral communication. Accounting courses must be completed for a letter grade.
• Bonus: Interest in establishing your career in the Bay Area.