Tax Associate at NorthPoint Search Group – Las Cruces, New Mexico

Tax Associate - Las Cruces, NM

Who: A motivated accounting professional with 1–3 years of public accounting experience and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam.

What: Prepares individual and business tax returns, supports tax planning activities, and assists with bookkeeping and compliance tasks.

When: Full-time position available immediately.

Where: Las Cruces, NM

Why: To strengthen the tax team by providing high-quality tax preparation, analytical support, and reliable client service.

Office Environment: A collaborative, growth-oriented setting that values communication, accuracy, and professional development.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview:
The Tax Associate assists in the preparation of individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns while developing technical skills, supporting accounting functions, and contributing to an efficient and high-quality client service experience.

Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns of varying complexity.
- Perform services within budgeted time by applying strong organizational, technical, and time-management skills.
- Assist in preparing quarterly and year-end tax estimates.
- Draft response letters to IRS and state tax notices when necessary.
- Make adjusting journal entries and complete trial balances to support business tax return preparation.
- Perform accounting and bookkeeping functions as needed.

Qualifications:
- 1–3 years of experience (or busy seasons) in a public accounting environment.
- Completion of all requirements to sit for the CPA exam.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.