Tax Experienced Associate, Core Tax Services
Company: BDO USA, P.C.
Role summary
Tax Experienced Associate, Core Tax Services is a full-time role at BDO USA, P.C. in Anchorage, Alaska, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-25. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Tax Experienced Associate, Core Tax Services
- Company
- BDO USA, P.C.
- Location
- Anchorage, Alaska, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-25
You would be joining a collaborative team at BDO where you can sharpen your tax technical skills while managing a diverse portfolio of clients. It is a great place to grow your career in a supportive environment that prioritizes professional development and high-quality mentorship.
Job description
Job Summary:
The Tax Experienced Associate, Core Tax Services is responsible for utilizing their educational background as well as communication and organizational skills by assisting with the preparation of tax returns and research. In this role, the Tax Experienced Associate, Core Tax Services will be charged with utilizing basic research skills and working with tax software applications to complete simple tax returns for review.
Job Duties:
Tax Compliance
Ensures both that (a) clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and (b) self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (“TQM”)
Applies understanding of client’s unique set of circumstances, documentation, and/or other requirements mandated by law and prepares required filings (tax returns) using a system of review and documentation to ensure that the client is in full compliance, while keeping the client’s tax and reporting burden’s as low as possible
Ensures all data needed to comply with filing requirements are collected; identifies and properly communicates missing items to prepare return
Utilizes Firm compliance software to maximize efficiency in tax prep process
Effectively teams with Senior on completion of project (follow-up with Open items list)
Documents all significant tax positions
ASC 740 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals
Correctly and proactively applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (TQM) regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48
Assists with prep and/or review of income tax provisions
Tax Consulting
Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients’ current and future taxes
Applies knowledge of home state corporate, partnership and individual tax structure and filing requirements in completing assigned work
Effectively drafts clear and concise general memorandums and correspondence
Identifies potentially relevant tax issues or opportunities as part of the tax compliance process
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics OR Bachelor's degree in other focus area and CPA certification required (or Authorization to Test for the CPA exam, or equivalent documentation, prior to start date in your state of employment), required
Master’s in accountancy or taxation, preferred
Experience:
One (1) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience, preferred
License/Certifications:
CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (“EA”) (or the equivalent of one of these designations), preferred
Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role, preferred
Software:
Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
Experience with tax research databases and tax compliance process software, preferred
Language:
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Solid oral and written communication skills
Able to follow instructions as directed by members of Tax Team
Able to prepare simple tax returns
Takes appropriate actions without being asked
Seeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues, problems related to compliance
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
California Range: $80,000 - $88,000
Colorado Range: $71,500 - $72,000
Illinois Range: $74,000 - $80,000
Maryland Range: $85,500 - $88,000
Massachusetts Range: $86,500 - $89,000
Minnesota Range: $72,000 - $78,000
New Jersey Range: $77,000 - $92,000
Ohio Range: $71,000 - $85,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $93,000 - $95,000
Washington Range: $71,400 - $83,400
Washington DC Range: $86,000 - $90,000
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.
BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.
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