Tax Associate Jobs in Philadelphia, PA
Tax Associate jobs in Philadelphia are in strong demand, concentrated in Center City, University City, and the Market Street corridor, with active hiring in public accounting, financial services, and corporate tax departments at Intuit, BDO, and Andersen. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex business tax returns for Partnerships and S Corporations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of federal and state tax laws and regulations for business and personal tax returns, as well as significant experience in preparing and filing business and personal tax returns.
Responsibilities
- This is a virtual, customer-facing role; you will be using our state of the art video communications software (Smartlook) to interact with customers.
- Help TurboTax Business customers who are working on their tax returns or have delegated their tax returns with:
- Tax advice
- Full Service Business return preparation and signature
- Product/software inquires
- Understanding tax calculations
- Filing tax extensions
- Create high quality customer interactions and experiences that instill confidence using deep customer empathy, and your extensive knowledge and expertise in the field of business tax preparation and books to tax accounting entries.
- Utilize and leverage government websites, professional resources, and team expertise to seek out and deliver the right answer to the customer using everyday language.
- Apply defined practices, procedures, and company policies to troubleshoot and resolve customer tax advice and tax return preparation
- Document customer interactions
- Work continuously toward meeting company key performance metrics and Big Bet Goals.
- Participate in pilot testing, projects, and experience validations, as needed.
- Must be willing and able to complete all required training and development as determined by the business including, but not limited to, compliance trainings, proficiency-based up-skilling, cross-training of other products or offerings, and professional development. Training requirements are subject to change based on business needs and the company reserves the right to introduce additional requirements at any time
Qualifications
- Strong business tax preparation experience and extensive knowledge of tax laws as evidenced by 3 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state business tax returns (1065 and/or 1120-S) for at least 20 clients/customers per season for compensation, using commercial tax preparation software.
- 2 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state individual 1040 tax returns for clients/customers for compensation, using commercial tax preparation software.
- Bookkeeping experience with books to tax preparation is strongly preferred.
- Experience preparing Schedule C returns (sole proprietorships) is required.
- Experience preparing Business Tax returns for service industry customers is required.
- Must possess or be able to obtain any related state licenses, certificates, permits, or bonds.
- Must possess an active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).
- Working knowledge of Circular 230.
- Proficient with technology; solid knowledge of computer operations and software.
- Strong customer service skills – ability to interact with customers through video and audio tools in a professional, friendly, and confident manner.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Critical thinking, problem solving, research skills, and determination.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to commit to working during peak filing periods, including the March 15 and April 15 deadlines.
- Must have (or be willing to obtain) a dedicated hardwired internet connection that meets Intuit Security criteria and a quiet location in which to work.
- Must reside in the United States.
Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this position is:
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- H&R Block29

- Baker Tilly Canada29

Tax Associate Jobs in Philadelphia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a tax associate job in Philadelphia?
Focus your search on Center City's dense cluster of regional and Big Four accounting offices, the financial services firms along Market Street, and the corporate tax departments headquartered in the Philadelphia suburbs. Candidates with CPA progress, strong Excel skills, and any exposure to federal or Pennsylvania tax filings stand out here. Networking through the Greater Philadelphia chapter of professional accounting organizations also opens doors faster than cold applications.
Which companies hire tax associates in Philadelphia?
Companies currently hiring tax associates in Philadelphia include Intuit, BDO, and Andersen, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Philadelphia's employer mix runs from global accounting firms with large local offices to regional mid-market firms and the in-house tax teams of major healthcare systems and insurers based in the region.
Are there remote tax associate jobs in Philadelphia?
Yes, though availability depends on the role: tax associate work involving client-facing prep and review tends to be in-person, while research, compliance analysis, and return drafting often qualify for hybrid arrangements. About 100% of tax associate openings tied to Philadelphia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Corporate in-house roles in Philadelphia's healthcare and insurance sectors have been among the most flexible for hybrid schedules.
How can I get a tax associate job in Philadelphia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Philadelphia is through public accounting internships or staff associate programs at regional firms in Center City, many of which convert interns to full-time hires each spring. Philadelphia also has several mid-size firms that actively recruit from local universities including Drexel, Temple, and Saint Joseph's. Seasonal tax preparer roles at local offices are a practical foot in the door, and entry-level positions in the tax departments of the city's large hospital networks or insurance companies often require only a bachelor's degree in accounting.
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