Audit and Tax Associate

Job Description

Audit and Tax Associate | Plante Moran

The Tone:
This is an early career position at Plante Moran, one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. The role is crucial for instilling confidence in organizations by assuring their financial health through meticulous audit and tax work. Plante Moran fosters a “we-care” culture, prioritizing staff growth and offering flexibility through its “Workplace for Your Day” model. This position offers the opportunity to craft business solutions and make a significant difference from day one.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: CO, IL, OH, MA (Hybrid)
• Pay: $74000–$83000 yearly
• Mission: Instill confidence in organizations large and small by assuring their financial health.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Engagements: Participate in different phases of audit and/or tax engagements for diverse clients.
• Analysis & Reporting: Plan, test, research, and report on financial data and compliance.
• Financial Management: Work directly with compilations, reviews, financial statements, and benefit plans.
• Tax Services: Engage in corporate, partnership, individual, international federal, and state & local tax matters.
• Client Interaction: Interact meaningfully with staff at all levels and an impressive repertoire of clients.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early Career, 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, strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, and analytical skills, along with academic success (a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0).