Tax Associate

About Trajan WealthWith over $3 billion in assets under management and advisement, Trajan® Wealth is one of the fastest-growing Registered Investment Advisor firms in the country.What sets us apart is our fully integrated, in-house model - combining fee-only wealth management, estate planning through Trajan Estate, and tax strategy through Trajan Tax.We don't refer out critical components of a client's financial life. We bring them together under one fiduciary standard - the Family Office.Role Overview Trajan Tax is growing, and we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Tax Associate to join our Scottsdale, AZ office. This role serves as an important stepping stone between an entry-level tax professional and a senior Tax CPA. The Tax Associate will support tax preparation, accounting, research, and client service activities while continuing to develop technical expertise and professional skills.This position is ideal for an accounting professional who is actively pursuing CPA licensure, recently CPA eligible, or a newly licensed CPA seeking to gain additional public accounting experience. The Tax Associate will work closely with senior tax professionals and clients while gaining exposure to tax planning, tax compliance, and consulting engagements.This position is onsite at our Scottsdale corporate headquarters.Duties and responsibilitiesPrepare and review individual and business tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1120C, 1120S, 1065, and 1041.Gather, organize, and analyze client financial information to ensure timely and accurate tax return preparation.Conduct tax research and assist in identifying tax planning opportunities for clients.Support tax projections, quarterly estimated tax calculations, and year-end tax planning initiatives.Communicate directly with clients to request documentation, answer routine tax questions, and provide status updates.Assist with IRS and state tax notices, correspondence, and resolution efforts.Participate in client engagements from planning through completion while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.Assist with year-end filings including 1099s, W-2/W-3s, personal property tax filings, and sales tax returns.Support accounting and financial statement engagements by performing reconciliations, posting journal entries, processing accounts payable and receivable transactions, and preparing workpapers.Collaborate with the Tax CPA on complex tax matters, consulting projects, and tax-saving strategies.Maintain awareness of changes in federal and state tax laws and regulations.Assist in mentoring interns and supporting the training of new team members as needed.Support internal finance and accounting projects as assigned.Qualifications1-2 internships completed in taxBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.CPA eligible, actively pursuing CPA licensure, or newly licensed CPA preferred.Working knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulations.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong attention to detail and commitment to client service.Benefits$70,000 base salary plus $15,000 to $25,000 yearly bonus 401(k) with matching componentUnited Healthcare PPO medical employee coverage paid by CompanyDelta Dental PPO, United Healthcare Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and additional voluntary benefit optionsGenerous holidays and PTOProfessional development support and CPA growth opportunitiesExposure to a variety of individual and business tax engagementsOpportunity to work alongside experienced tax and wealth management professionals Come and join a team that is making a difference in their clients and employee's lives!