Audit and Tax Associate | Fall 2028

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple audit assignments for MHM in Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, Manufacturing and many more industries.

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for CBIZ for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals.

• Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with IRS audits, tax notice response, trust returns, gift and estate returns.

• Execute solid understanding of accounting and auditing principles, quality control standards and technology implementation procedures relative to individual client assignments.

• Participate in client assignments from beginning to end.

• Identify and communicate audit issues, technical matters and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers and partners to resolve client issues discovered during the audit process.

• Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships.

• Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness and commitment to understanding their goals and needs.

• Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct.

• Assist with training and mentoring junior associates and interns on audit methodology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred

• CPA eligible; desire to obtain certification is required

• Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred

• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and tax project management skills, including basic knowledge of GAAP, Taxation compliance, codes and regulations

• Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment

• Strong verbal and written communications skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs