What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Entry Level Accountant 2026 position at Withum?
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Launch Your Tax Career with Withum– November 2026 Class
Withum is seeking accounting majors graduating in the upcoming academic year to join our Tax team as part of the November 2026 class. This is a great opportunity to launch your career in public accounting by working alongside experienced tax professionals. You’ll gain hands-on experience in individual and business tax preparation, compliance, and planning, while supporting clients across diverse industries.
What You’ll Do
As part of a team supervised by a Manager or Partner, you may:
For positions in California, New York City, and Washington, the salary range is $78,000–$85,000, based on role, location, and individual qualifications. Withum also offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Learn more at withum.com/careers.
Additional Information
Our goal is to establish and maintain a work environment free from discrimination, coercion, and harassment. While the firm will not hire or promote any person who is not qualified for a job, we wish for our firm to be known as one that welcomes all qualified applicants, including those historically discriminated against, such as women, minority, disabled, and veteran applicants at all job levels and encourages their hire and promotion.
Explore different industries. Learn new skills. Connect with our diverse teams of professionals to gain insight into the career you envision. Your Career Starts with You.
Experience the Transformative Power of Withum Plus You - that’s the Power in the Plus!
Launch Your Tax Career with Withum– November 2026 Class
Withum is seeking accounting majors graduating in the upcoming academic year to join our Tax team as part of the November 2026 class. This is a great opportunity to launch your career in public accounting by working alongside experienced tax professionals. You’ll gain hands-on experience in individual and business tax preparation, compliance, and planning, while supporting clients across diverse industries.
What You’ll Do
As part of a team supervised by a Manager or Partner, you may:
- Prepare federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and nonprofits.
- Assist with tax planning and research projects using authoritative sources and Withum’s proprietary tools.
- Analyze financial data and apply tax regulations to client scenarios.
- Collaborate with audit and advisory teams to ensure integrated client service.
- Participate in client meetings and contribute to strategic discussions.
- Leverage tax technology platforms and data analytics tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Stay current on evolving tax laws and industry trends.
- Assume increasing responsibility on engagements as your proficiency grows.
- Miscellaneous tasks as assigned
- Graduated or graduating college student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Preferred: 150 credit hours and prior internship experience with a public accounting firm
- Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills
- A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn and grow
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with tax software is a plus
- Ability to work in one of our office locations
For positions in California, New York City, and Washington, the salary range is $78,000–$85,000, based on role, location, and individual qualifications. Withum also offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Learn more at withum.com/careers.
Additional Information
- No sponsorship available for this position
- We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
- In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
Our goal is to establish and maintain a work environment free from discrimination, coercion, and harassment. While the firm will not hire or promote any person who is not qualified for a job, we wish for our firm to be known as one that welcomes all qualified applicants, including those historically discriminated against, such as women, minority, disabled, and veteran applicants at all job levels and encourages their hire and promotion.
Salary : $78,000 - $85,000