What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Associate position at TCG Accounting?
Job Title: Tax Associate
LOCATION: Duluth, MN
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
ABOUT US
TCG Accounting provides reliable bookkeeping and tax services with a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and excellence in every client relationship. Our culture values quality work while genuinely caring for our people—promoting work-life balance, kindness, and a supportive team environment. We believe in paying it forward by serving our community, investing in our employees, and building trust through work done the right way.
POSITION SUMMARY
A tax associate is responsible for tax preparation services and assisting with tax planning. This is a client facing position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Prepare personal and/or business tax returns
· Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate and professional manner
· Prepare client correspondence, letters, e-mail, etc.
· Assist with tax planning for business clients
· Communicate proactively with clients and other employees on important matters in a timely manner
· Participate in training, continuing education, direction, motivation and feedback with other employees
· Participate in networking events and organizations
· Maintain confidentiality of all customer data
· Use of CRM to track all client contact and data
· Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Proficient with cloud software use
· Excellent communication skills
· Excellent research skills
· Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting
· Enrolled Agent or CPA
· Accounting experience working with privately held businesses
· QuickBooks Online experience
· Intuit Proseries experience
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
· Accruing PTO - 2 weeks plus 10 floating holidays
· 401K with match up to 4%
· Health Insurance
· Dental and Vision
· HSA
· Flexible Schedule
· Option to work remotely at times
· Salaried Position: Production based – Paid one third of your billings – Typically $55,000-$75,000
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Tax: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPA (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $75,000