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Tax Senior Associate roles sit firmly within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, taxation, or a related field. Large public accounting firms and multinational corporations file LCAs and I-129 petitions for these roles regularly, making sponsored positions genuinely available for qualified candidates.
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Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.
JOB SUMMARY
Aprio is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to deliver strategic tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to clients across a broad range of industries. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor, bringing technical expertise and a proactive approach to help clients navigate complex tax challenges and achieve their financial goals. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, client-centered work that supports Aprio's continued growth as a nationally recognized CPA and advisory firm.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN / IMPACT
- Opportunity to serve as a trusted tax advisor to clients across diverse industries and business structures
- Hands-on experience with complex federal tax engagements including Corporate, S-Corp, and Partnership returns
- A collaborative, growth-oriented environment that actively supports your technical development and career advancement
- Direct impact on clients' tax strategies and long-term financial outcomes
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Senior Tax Associate, your typical day may include:
- Preparing and reviewing federal and state tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C Corporations, individuals, and some trust and estate engagements
- Reviewing workpapers, trial balances, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Taking ownership of assigned engagements and helping drive projects through completion
- Researching tax issues and identifying planning opportunities for clients
- Collaborating with clients to gather information and resolve tax-related questions
- Responding to review comments and managing revisions efficiently
- Supporting tax planning and consulting engagements across a variety of industries
- Mentoring and developing junior team members through coaching and review of their work
- Building strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and exceptional service
- Working closely with managers and partners to deliver high-quality client outcomes
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3-5 years of public accounting tax experience
- Experience preparing and reviewing tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, corporations, and individuals
- Strong understanding of flow-through entities and closely held businesses
- Experience reviewing workpapers and trial balances
- Ability to manage multiple engagements successfully
- Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and CPA firm operations
- Experience working directly with clients and building trusted relationships
- Strong proficiency with tax software and related technology tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- CPA or EA designation (preferred)
The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range. The application window is anticipated to close on December 15, 2026 and may be extended as needed.
WHY WORK FOR APRIO:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
PERKS/BENEFITS WE OFFER FOR FULL-TIME TEAM MEMBERS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
INTRODUCTION
Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.
JOB SUMMARY
Aprio is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to deliver strategic tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to clients across a broad range of industries. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor, bringing technical expertise and a proactive approach to help clients navigate complex tax challenges and achieve their financial goals. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, client-centered work that supports Aprio's continued growth as a nationally recognized CPA and advisory firm.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN / IMPACT
- Opportunity to serve as a trusted tax advisor to clients across diverse industries and business structures
- Hands-on experience with complex federal tax engagements including Corporate, S-Corp, and Partnership returns
- A collaborative, growth-oriented environment that actively supports your technical development and career advancement
- Direct impact on clients' tax strategies and long-term financial outcomes
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Senior Tax Associate, your typical day may include:
- Preparing and reviewing federal and state tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, C Corporations, individuals, and some trust and estate engagements
- Reviewing workpapers, trial balances, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Taking ownership of assigned engagements and helping drive projects through completion
- Researching tax issues and identifying planning opportunities for clients
- Collaborating with clients to gather information and resolve tax-related questions
- Responding to review comments and managing revisions efficiently
- Supporting tax planning and consulting engagements across a variety of industries
- Mentoring and developing junior team members through coaching and review of their work
- Building strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and exceptional service
- Working closely with managers and partners to deliver high-quality client outcomes
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3-5 years of public accounting tax experience
- Experience preparing and reviewing tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, corporations, and individuals
- Strong understanding of flow-through entities and closely held businesses
- Experience reviewing workpapers and trial balances
- Ability to manage multiple engagements successfully
- Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and CPA firm operations
- Experience working directly with clients and building trusted relationships
- Strong proficiency with tax software and related technology tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- CPA or EA designation (preferred)
The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range. The application window is anticipated to close on December 15, 2026 and may be extended as needed.
WHY WORK FOR APRIO:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
PERKS/BENEFITS WE OFFER FOR FULL-TIME TEAM MEMBERS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Tax Senior Associate
Verify your CPA credential transfers correctly
A foreign accounting credential doesn't automatically satisfy U.S. CPA requirements. Check with the state board where your target employer operates before accepting an offer, since some firms tie H-1B sponsorship eligibility to active CPA candidacy or licensure status.
Search LCA filings for tax-specific roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter employer H-1B filing history by occupation code for tax and accounting roles. This shows which firms consistently sponsor Tax Senior Associates, not just which ones sponsor H-1Bs broadly across all job families.
Target Big Four and national firms first
Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG, along with regional firms like BDO and Grant Thornton, have dedicated immigration teams and established H-1B sponsorship pipelines for Senior Associates. Boutique tax advisory firms sponsor less frequently and often lack in-house immigration infrastructure.
Confirm prevailing wage before your offer stage
Run your target metro area and experience level through the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 13-2011 before you receive a written offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage, and knowing this number protects your negotiating position.
Time your job search around the April cap filing window
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, starting your Tax Senior Associate job search by November of the prior year gives your prospective employer enough lead time to prepare the LCA and I-129 before the USCIS registration window opens in March.
Ask specifically about cap-exempt employer options
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning they can sponsor your H-1B outside the annual lottery. Tax roles at university endowment offices or nonprofit finance teams qualify and can be filed any time of year.
H-1B Visa Tax Senior Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tax Senior Associate role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Tax Senior Associate positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, finance, or a directly related field, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition under the H-1B category. The role's complexity, including multi-entity tax compliance, ASC 740 work, and advisory responsibilities, reinforces the degree-requirement argument employers make in the I-129 petition.
Which employers consistently sponsor H-1B visas for tax roles?
Large public accounting firms and multinational corporations with in-house tax departments sponsor the most H-1B petitions for tax professionals. You can browse verified employer filing history for Tax Senior Associate positions on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by occupation so you're targeting firms with a documented sponsorship track record, not just a careers page that says 'we welcome international candidates.'
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new tax employer mid-year?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you haven't been out of status. The new employer must file a new LCA certified at the prevailing wage for the new work location before submitting the I-129 transfer petition.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect tax job offers?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for a Tax Senior Associate in your specific metro area. The DOL uses four wage levels tied to experience and complexity. Level II or Level III wages typically apply to Senior Associate positions. You can check applicable wage levels in advance using the OFLC Wage Search tool before your offer stage.
Does holding an active CPA license affect my H-1B sponsorship eligibility?
An active CPA license strengthens your H-1B petition because it reinforces the specialty occupation argument, but USCIS doesn't require licensure for approval. What matters is that the role requires a relevant degree, not that you hold a state license. That said, some employers make CPA candidacy or licensure a condition of continued employment, which can indirectly affect the sponsorship timeline if your license isn't transferable from your home country jurisdiction.