Tax Associate

MPC Certified Public Accountants is a full-service CPA firm based in Raleigh, North Carolina. For over thirty-five years, we have provided exceptional accounting, audit, tax, and consulting services to a diverse range of businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Our passion for client service is at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking a full-time, in-office Tax Associate to join our growing tax department. This is not a remote or virtual position. As a Tax Associate, you will work closely with tax seniors, managers, and partners to prepare a variety of federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, estates, and not-for-profit organizations. You will collect and organize client information, prepare supporting work papers, and assist clients with tax compliance matters while delivering exceptional client service.

Our ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting, at least one season of public accounting tax experience, and experience preparing a variety of income tax returns. A CPA license is preferred but not required, and experience with not-for-profit organizations is a plus.

• Public accounting tax experience is preferred
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
• CPA license preferred, but not required (or actively pursuing certification)
• Minimum of one season of experience preparing income tax returns
• Experience preparing individual, corporate, partnership, trust, estate, and not-for-profit tax returns
• Familiarity with IRS regulations and tax compliance
• Familiarity with not-for-profit tax preparation is preferred
• Experience with CCH Axcess Tax software is preferred
• Experience with CCH Engagement software is preferred
• Experience with Quick Books accounting software is preferred
• Strong communication and people skills
• Analytical problem‑solving abilities
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel

In this role, you will:

• Collect and organize client tax documentation
• Prepare federal and state individual, corporate, partnership, trust, estate, and not-for-profit income tax returns
• Prepare supporting work papers, schedules, and tax return documentation
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations
• Respond to client questions and assist with IRS and state tax notices
• Assist with tax notices, examinations, and audits as needed
• Work closely with tax seniors, managers, partners, and audit staff
• Participate in client meetings and collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional client service

MPC offers a great professional culture where you can grow and learn. We prioritize work‑life balance, offer competitive benefits, and provide opportunities for ongoing professional development. We're proud of our supportive team environment.