Tax Associate

Lenexa, KS | On-Site | Direct Hire | $65,000-$80,000 DOE
Ready to Take Your Tax Career to the Next Level?

Pinnacle Staffing Group is partnering with a growing and collaborative organization in Lenexa, KS to find a talented Tax Associate who is passionate about accuracy, problem-solving, and helping deliver exceptional client service.

If you're someone who enjoys diving into tax returns, spotting opportunities for improvement, and collaborating with a team that values excellence, this is an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do

As a Tax Associate, you'll play a key role in ensuring every tax return meets the highest standards of quality, compliance, and accuracy while supporting both clients and fellow tax professionals.

Your Responsibilities

Review individual, business, and entity tax returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance

Identify errors, inconsistencies, and tax-saving opportunities while providing constructive feedback to tax preparers

Verify that all required documentation is complete and properly supported before filing

Assist with IRS notices and inquiries, helping resolve issues accurately and efficiently

Partner with tax preparers and team members to improve processes and elevate overall quality

Communicate tax concepts and recommendations clearly and professionally with clients when needed

Support the team by sharing knowledge of tax software, best practices, and efficient workflows

What Success Looks Like

You'll thrive in this role by:

Maintaining exceptional quality and review standards

Providing meaningful coaching that reduces preparer errors

Continuing to develop your technical expertise and professional credentials

Contributing to a collaborative and high-performing tax team

What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

3-5 years of tax preparation and/or tax review experience

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations

Excellent analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail

Strong communication skills and the ability to provide clear, constructive feedback

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience

Experience reviewing both individual and business tax returns

Familiarity with tax preparation software and accounting systems such as QuickBooks

CPA or EA designation-or actively pursuing one-is highly encouraged

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Competitive salary: $65,000-$80,000 DOE

Direct-hire opportunity with long-term career growth

Collaborative team environment where your ideas and expertise are valued

Opportunities for professional development and credential advancement

Meaningful work that helps clients achieve financial confidence and compliance

About Pinnacle

The Pinnacle Groups work hard to pair top talent with great companies. We truly care about your success and your future, which is why we take the time to truly get to know both the employer and employee to find the perfect match. We're not just filling a seat, we're building futures. Our service separates us from other staffing firms and has landed us on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in the U.S. three straight years (2023-2025). With headquarters centrally located in Kansas City, Pinnacle currently builds futures in eight states across the U.S.

EOE: Pinnacle provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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