Tax Associate

Job Description

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

The Tone:
This is a full-time associate role at Frank, Rimerman + Co. LLP, based in either the San Francisco or San Jose office, with a hybrid expectation of three in-person days per week, starting in early January 2027. Frank, Rimerman + Co. LLP is a sophisticated and expanding tax practice consistently recognized as a “Best Place to Work” and a top firm nationally. This position is for driven and collaborative individuals who will work closely with Managers and Partners to deliver effective tax solutions. Associates will serve a unique and diverse client base, including ultra-high-net-worth individuals, pre-IPO entities, and publicly traded companies across various industries, gaining direct insight into developments within Silicon Valley. The role is designed to foster the development of technical, professional, leadership, and interpersonal skills essential for a successful career.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – San Francisco or San Jose, CA
• Pay: $85000–$97000 yearly
• Team: Reports to Managers and Partners
• Mission: Provide effective tax solutions for a diverse client base, from ultra-high-net-worth individuals to publicly traded companies, while developing comprehensive career skills.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Planning: Develop a well-rounded tax foundation through income tax planning and return preparation for a variety of clients (individual, fiduciary, partnership, corporate and not-for-profit).
• Client Engagement: Attend client meetings and engagement planning meetings to understand client needs and contribute to strategy discussions.
• Strategy Implementation: Implement federal, state, and foreign tax minimization strategies tailored to client situations.
• Specialized Services: Assist businesses with provisions, international tax issues, multi-state issues, and mergers and acquisitions, among other specialized services.
• Legacy Planning: Help individuals build their legacies through estate and gift tax planning as well as charitable giving and philanthropy services.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree program with a concentration in accounting. Entry-level role.
• Experience: Educational requirements for California CPA licensure completed prior to start date; Final graduation date between July 2026 and December 2026.
• Skills: Clear, professional written and oral communication; Ability to understand and apply tax law; Strong accounting skills including creating financial statements and booking journal entries.
• Bonus: Minimum GPA of 3.2, with “B” grades or above in accounting courses and a higher major GPA preferred.