Tax Fall Associate - Decatur (Sep 2026)

Join Forvis Mazars as a Tax Fall Associate to develop CPA-eligible skills by preparing tax returns and working with diverse clients.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Work with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data
• Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, or other tax returns
• Calculate tax extensions or estimate payments
• Participate in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers

About You

The company is looking for:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting
• Pursuing education requirements to be a licensed CPA in the state of the office location
• Completion of 150 credit hours prior to start date
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam in the office state
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Reliable transportation to and from the assigned office and ability to attend off-site meetings and events in person
• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team
• Problem-solving attitude and willingness to take initiative
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Preferred: Prior internships in a public accounting firm performing tax work
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available

Training & Development

You will be coached by experienced staff and management personnel, with opportunities to assume greater responsibility as your skills grow.

Career Progression

As your skill set grows, you will actively participate in determining your career path within the firm.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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