Tax Associate
Captrust • Phoenix, AZ • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Oct 7, 2026
Overview
WHO are we looking for?
CAPTRUST is seeking a Tax Associate who will prepare individual, partnership, fiduciary and corporate tax returns. The Tax Associate’s primary responsibility is to prepare tax returns and participate in client tax services within a dedicated team.
Responsibilities
- Prepares individual, partnership, fiduciary and corporate tax returns as part of a team approach to client service
- Analyzes and resolves basic client tax issues using sound judgment based on experience
- Updates client files and records as appropriate
- Prepares quarterly estimated tax calculations and year-end tax projections
- Performs other tax services as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university or equivalent years of working experience
- 1-3 years current public accounting experience including individual, partnership, fiduciary and corporate taxation
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
- Actively working towards CPA certification
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local income tax laws
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, tax preparation, and research software
WHAT can you expect from your career at CAPTRUST?
Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There’s a reason for it; it’s a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.
Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
- Company discretionary bonus.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage, employer 401(k) plan and company match, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary supplemental plans subject to plan terms.
- Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods.
- Paid time off (PTO) or Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
WHERE will you be working?
2375 East Camelback Road #700 | Phoenix, AZ 85016
Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position.
HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?
We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.
Are you the next brick?
To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:
- Ability to build successful, collaborative, and trusting relationships
- Instinctive aptitude for consistently creating accurate, concise, respectful, and easy-to-understand verbal and written communications conveying complex information
- A strong sense of urgency about getting work done and solving problems to achieve results that benefit our clients and colleagues, even when faced with challenges
- Inherent desire to give back to our communities and enrich the lives of those around us
- An other-centered mindset
- Integrity through maintaining objectivity
EEO/Diversity Statement:
At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.
It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions), gender, race (including hair texture or hairstyles associated with race), religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, uniformed service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.#entry
This position will remain open until filled.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $41,000–$68,000 per year (median ~$61,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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