Description :

Aston Carter is partnering with one of the largest local CPA firms in Lake Oswego seeking Tax Associates. In this position, you will be responsible for preparing complex multi-state business, fiduciary, and individual tax returns and researching and developing tax planning strategies.

Benefits :

• Bonuses every July based on BOTH individual and company performance, Can range from $2k- $10k Annual Raises every year ( beginning of every year) - This varies completely based on individual and company performance
• Will pay / reimburse employees for the CPA exam (if passed) and will help reactive an expired CPA.
• Hybrid Schedule - Completely flexible after training.
• Room for growth / career advancement
• Only 200 hours of OT is required a year. This is ONLY during tax season, the team never works OT outside of Tax Season.
• Company-paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses
• HSA account
• 401(k) Plan with a Profit Sharing plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability
• Corporate casual dress code
• Free parking
• Other benefits include personal time-off, flexible working hours, and compressed work-week schedules

Skills & Qualifications :

• 0-2 years of Public Accounting experience
• CPA or CPA Eligible
• Experienced in corporate tax prep / planning and initiative to gain experience with tax returns
• Experience with Tax / Audit software (CCH ProSystem Preferred)
• Proficient with Excel and other Microsoft software applications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance / Applicable or equitable amount of total experience

Job Duties :

• Prepare complex multi-state business, fiduciary, and individual tax returns
• Provide timely and high-quality services exceeding client expectations
• Identify additional areas of service and planning opportunities
• Research and develop tax planning strategies
• Pursue new business development
• Maintain relationships with key business contacts and clients
• Develop skills for reviewing tax returns

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

This temporary role may be eligible for the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k) / Roth
• Insurance (Basic / Supplemental Life & AD&D)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies.

We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the ., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through :

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.