Tax Associate Jobs in Oregon
Tax Associate jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where public accounting firms, regional banks, and corporate finance departments drive steady demand for tax professionals at every level from entry-level staff to senior associate. Employers with a lasting Oregon presence, including Moss Adams, Nike, and KPMG, regularly seek candidates with strengths in individual and business tax compliance, multistate tax, and partnership returns. Oregon's robust technology sector and closely held business community keep demand for tax associates among the most active in the Pacific Northwest. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
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Job Description:
Responsibilities
Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing public accounting firms?
Would you like the ability to focus on one industry sector and further become an expert for your clients?
If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly (BT) as a Federal Tax Senior Associate! This is a great opportunity to be a valued business advisor delivering industry-focused tax advisory and compliance services to middle market clients. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT has the ability to offer you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.
You will enjoy this role if:
You are looking for an opportunity to build your career in a specific industry, becoming an industry expert to the clients you serve
You can see yourself as a trusted business advisor, working face-to-face with clients to find creative solutions to complex accounting and business challenges
You want to work for a leading CPA advisory firm that serves middle market clients and whose owners have both their clients’ and employees’ best interests in mind and are transparent in their decisions
You value your development and want to work for a firm that provides you the autonomy to own your schedule and career through structured programs (ask us about My Time Off, My Development and Dress for Your Day!)
You want to grow professionally and develop your client service and technical accounting skills to build a career with endless opportunities now, for tomorrow
What you will do:
Be a trusted member of the engagement team providing various federal tax compliance and consulting services to industry specific clients:
Provide tax compliance and advisory services to S-corporations, partnerships, individuals and corporations ranging from middle market to multinational companies
Participate in tax research projects on a variety of tax issues, help to draft IRS responses and address other tax authority inquiries
Team with leaders on special projects in various areas of corporate and flow through taxation such as accounting methods and ASC740
Develop recommendations for the client to consider and share with leadership to discuss and strategize
Communicate and team with specialty tax practices on complicated tax matters in the state and local, high net worth, international, research and development along with credits and incentives areas
Learn and grow from direct on the job coaching and mentoring along with participating in firm wide learning and development programs
Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and with your clients
Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals
Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance
Qualifications
Successful candidates will have:
Bachelor's degree required and license eligible required
CPA, Law License, or EA preferred
Three (3)+ years of experience required; providing federal tax compliance and consulting services in a public accounting firm preferred
Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving
Strong leadership, project management, organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability
Microsoft Suite skills
Highly developed software and Microsoft Suite skills
Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred
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Tax Associate Job Market in Oregon
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Who's Hiring
- H&R Block58

- Aprio3

- KBF ADVISORY1

- Baker Tilly Canada1

- CliftonLarsonAllen1

Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax associate jobs across Oregon.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, or closely related field required
- Progress toward or completion of CPA licensure through the Oregon Board of Accountancy
- Working knowledge of federal and Oregon state tax codes and filing requirements
- Proficiency in tax preparation software such as ProSystem fx or Thomson Reuters UltraTax
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for reviewing complex returns
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for client-facing engagements
Tax Associate Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax associate in Oregon?
Most tax associate roles in Oregon require a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, and employers strongly prefer candidates actively pursuing CPA licensure through the Oregon Board of Accountancy. Oregon follows a pathway requiring education credits, a passing score on the Uniform CPA Exam, and qualifying work experience before full licensure. Entry-level candidates who meet the educational requirements and sit for the CPA exam while working are the most competitive applicants for staff-level tax positions at Oregon firms.
How much do tax associates make in Oregon?
Tax associates in Oregon earn a median of about $61,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,640 for the lowest 10% to over $96,550 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax associates in Oregon?
Companies currently hiring tax associates in Oregon include H&R Block, Aprio, and KBF ADVISORY, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oregon's mix of regional public accounting firms, Fortune 500 corporate tax departments, and financial services companies creates a wide range of hiring contexts for tax associates.
Which Oregon cities have the most tax associate jobs?
Portland, Medford, and Lake Oswego have the most tax associate openings in Oregon. Portland dominates due to its concentration of regional accounting firms, corporate headquarters, and financial services companies, while Salem attracts openings tied to state government and professional services, and Eugene's growing business community and university-connected professional networks support consistent demand.
Are there remote tax associate jobs in Oregon?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of tax associate openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based, document-driven nature of tax work. Research, return preparation, and client communication are the functions most commonly performed remotely, while client onboarding and team review cycles tend to remain in-office at many Oregon firms.
How can I get hired as a tax associate in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or staff associate program at a regional Oregon public accounting firm, where new graduates gain supervised exposure to individual and business returns. Firms such as Moss Adams, Perkins & Co, and Aldrich CPAs run structured programs designed for candidates without professional experience. A completed accounting degree and active CPA exam enrollment give candidates a concrete edge, and lateral moves from adjacent roles such as bookkeeper, accounting clerk, or financial analyst are common stepping stones into tax associate positions at Oregon companies.
Where can I find and apply to tax associate jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to tax associate jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings across public accounting, corporate tax, and financial services. Search the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and target location.
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