Tax Associate Jobs in Ohio
Tax associate jobs in Ohio are in steady demand, with the deepest concentration in public accounting, corporate tax, and financial services at every level from entry-level staff to senior associate. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where firms like Deloitte, Ernst and Young, and PricewaterhouseCoopers maintain significant Ohio offices alongside major regional accounting practices. The most in-demand specialties across Ohio include federal and state tax compliance, tax provision work under ASC 740, and pass-through entity taxation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Step into a role where your payroll tax knowledge helps deliver accurate, timely outcomes at scale. You will collaborate with partners and modern platforms to strengthen controls and reduce risk. You will build your skills through hands-on tax operations work, quarterly and year-end cycles, and continuous improvement efforts. If you enjoy solving tax issues, improving processes, and working across teams, this role offers meaningful opportunity and growth.
As a Payroll Operations Associate within the U.S. Payroll Tax team, you support U.S. payroll tax compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. You help maintain accurate employee tax setup, support reconciliations, and assist with filings and deposits to meet required timelines. You partner with payroll, human capital management (HCM), finance, and vendors to help resolve variances and respond to agency items. You contribute to documentation and controls that support audit readiness, and you identify opportunities to automate and streamline payroll tax activities.
Job responsibilities
- Support U.S. payroll tax compliance activities, including employee tax setup, rate updates, and accurate withholding calculations
- Assist with payroll tax reconciliations and balancing to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Coordinate quarterly and annual processes, including support for Forms 940 and 941, state unemployment returns, and local filings
- Help prepare and validate year-end deliverables, including W-2/W-2c processing support and amended items as needed
- Monitor agency notices and tax updates, and support implementation of changes to processes and tax configurations
- Maintain tax calendars, trackers, reconciliations, and documentation to support audit readiness and strong controls
- Support agency correspondence resolution, including research, documentation gathering, and penalty abatement requests when appropriate
- Partner with internal stakeholders to respond to payroll tax questions and explain next steps clearly
- Coordinate with external vendors to support data integrity between payroll, HCM, and tax filing systems
- Identify process gaps and contribute to automation and continuous improvement efforts to reduce errors and cycle time
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in payroll tax, payroll operations, accounting, or finance
- Experience with ADP SmartCompliance and Oracle HCM
- Working knowledge of U.S. payroll tax concepts across federal, state, and local jurisdictions
- Experience supporting payroll tax processes (withholding, deposits, filings, reconciliations, and variance resolution)
- Ability to interpret payroll tax notices and support resolution through research and documentation
- Experience working with enterprise payroll and tax systems and managing data accuracy across platforms
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations and data validation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines during quarter-end and year-end cycles
- Ability to document processes and follow established controls while identifying control gaps
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain tax-related items to partners
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Experience supporting multi-state payroll tax operations in a mid-to-large organization
- Experience supporting payroll tax technology enhancements, automation, or process redesign
- Familiarity with W-2/W-2c research and correction workflows
- Exposure to audit support, documentation standards, or control testing routines
- Experience partnering with external payroll tax vendors or managed filing providers
Additional information
This role is in office 5 days a week, and is located in Columbus, OH only.
ABOUT USWe offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
Step into a role where your payroll tax knowledge helps deliver accurate, timely outcomes at scale. You will collaborate with partners and modern platforms to strengthen controls and reduce risk. You will build your skills through hands-on tax operations work, quarterly and year-end cycles, and continuous improvement efforts. If you enjoy solving tax issues, improving processes, and working across teams, this role offers meaningful opportunity and growth.
As a Payroll Operations Associate within the U.S. Payroll Tax team, you support U.S. payroll tax compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. You help maintain accurate employee tax setup, support reconciliations, and assist with filings and deposits to meet required timelines. You partner with payroll, human capital management (HCM), finance, and vendors to help resolve variances and respond to agency items. You contribute to documentation and controls that support audit readiness, and you identify opportunities to automate and streamline payroll tax activities.
Job responsibilities
- Support U.S. payroll tax compliance activities, including employee tax setup, rate updates, and accurate withholding calculations
- Assist with payroll tax reconciliations and balancing to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Coordinate quarterly and annual processes, including support for Forms 940 and 941, state unemployment returns, and local filings
- Help prepare and validate year-end deliverables, including W-2/W-2c processing support and amended items as needed
- Monitor agency notices and tax updates, and support implementation of changes to processes and tax configurations
- Maintain tax calendars, trackers, reconciliations, and documentation to support audit readiness and strong controls
- Support agency correspondence resolution, including research, documentation gathering, and penalty abatement requests when appropriate
- Partner with internal stakeholders to respond to payroll tax questions and explain next steps clearly
- Coordinate with external vendors to support data integrity between payroll, HCM, and tax filing systems
- Identify process gaps and contribute to automation and continuous improvement efforts to reduce errors and cycle time
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in payroll tax, payroll operations, accounting, or finance
- Experience with ADP SmartCompliance and Oracle HCM
- Working knowledge of U.S. payroll tax concepts across federal, state, and local jurisdictions
- Experience supporting payroll tax processes (withholding, deposits, filings, reconciliations, and variance resolution)
- Ability to interpret payroll tax notices and support resolution through research and documentation
- Experience working with enterprise payroll and tax systems and managing data accuracy across platforms
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations and data validation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines during quarter-end and year-end cycles
- Ability to document processes and follow established controls while identifying control gaps
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain tax-related items to partners
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Experience supporting multi-state payroll tax operations in a mid-to-large organization
- Experience supporting payroll tax technology enhancements, automation, or process redesign
- Familiarity with W-2/W-2c research and correction workflows
- Exposure to audit support, documentation standards, or control testing routines
- Experience partnering with external payroll tax vendors or managed filing providers
Additional information
This role is in office 5 days a week, and is located in Columbus, OH only.
ABOUT USWe offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
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Who's Hiring
- H&R Block135
- Micro Center1
- JPMorganChase1
- William Vaughan1W
- CliftonLarsonAllen1
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax associate jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field required by most Ohio employers
- CPA licensure or active CPA exam candidacy with the Accountancy Board of Ohio preferred
- Proficiency in tax preparation software such as CCH Axcess, Thomson Reuters UltraTax, or GoSystem Tax
- Working knowledge of federal and Ohio state tax codes and compliance requirements
- Strong research and analytical skills applied to individual, corporate, or partnership returns
- Effective written and verbal communication for client-facing and internal reporting responsibilities
Tax Associate Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax associate in Ohio?
Most Ohio employers require a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field as the foundation for a tax associate role. From there, candidates typically pursue CPA licensure through the Accountancy Board of Ohio, which requires passing all four sections of the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting Ohio's education and experience hours. Even without a full CPA license, sitting for the exam and completing relevant coursework makes candidates competitive for entry-level tax associate positions at Ohio firms.
How much do tax associates make in Ohio?
Tax associates in Ohio earn a median of about $49,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,190 for the lowest 10% to over $74,850 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax associates in Ohio?
Employers hiring tax associates in Ohio right now include H&R Block, Micro Center, and JPMorganChase, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, regional public accounting firms, and large financial institutions means consistent openings across both corporate in-house tax teams and client-service firm environments.
Which Ohio cities have the most tax associate jobs?
Hilliard, Toledo, and Columbus have the most tax associate openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense cluster of corporate headquarters and Big Four presence, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw volume from their established financial services, manufacturing, and regional accounting firm ecosystems that consistently need tax compliance and provision staff.
Are there remote tax associate jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than many professional roles, because tax work is largely desk-based and document-driven. About 100% of tax associate openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the flexibility firms extended during busy season staffing cycles. Tax compliance, research, and provision roles are the most commonly offered in fully remote or flexible arrangements, while client-facing advisory work tends to require at least some in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a tax associate in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a public accounting internship that converts to a full-time staff associate offer, a route that large Ohio offices of firms like Deloitte, KPMG, and Plante Moran actively use to build their entry-level tax pipelines. Regional Ohio firms such as Clark Schaefer Hackett and Rea and Associates also hire new graduates directly into tax staff roles. Completing the CPA exam sections or earning an accounting-focused master's degree from an Ohio university gives candidates a clear competitive edge without prior professional experience.
Where can I find and apply to tax associate jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to tax associate jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated on an ongoing basis. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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