Tax Associate Jobs in Texas
Tax Associate jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in public accounting, corporate tax departments, and financial services across a hiring market that runs from entry-level staff to senior associates. Houston, Dallas, and Austin lead hiring volumes, with major employers such as Deloitte, PwC, and EY maintaining large Texas practices alongside corporate tax teams at Fortune 500 companies headquartered in the state. The most in-demand specialties are federal and state income tax compliance, international tax, and sales and use tax, reflecting Texas's complex multi-industry economy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview
If you are a highly motivated individual with tax preparation experience and excellent communication skills, we need you to help our customers complete their taxes using Intuit TurboTax products. You will be working toward advancing our goal of “Powering Prosperity Around the World” by providing expert guidance, tax preparation, and explanations of tax and technical terms to our customers. You will also play an important role in our effort to enhance our brand by delighting our customers and empowering them to prepare their taxes.
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 customers who are working on their tax returns or have delegated their tax returns with:
- Tax advice
- Full Service return preparation and signature
- Product/software inquiries
- Tax calculations
- Create high quality customer interactions and experiences that instill confidence using deep customer empathy, and your deep (extensive) knowledge and expertise in the field of tax preparation.
- 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 preparation inquiries.
- Document customer interactions.
- Work continuously toward meeting company KPI 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
- 2 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state individual 1040 tax returns for at least 30 clients/customers per season for compensation, using commercial tax preparation software.
- 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.
- Must be willing and available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- 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 have (or be willing to obtain) a dedicated hardwired internet connection that meets Intuit Security criteria.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills (written & spoken) a plus.
- Must reside in the United States.
Compensation
Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this position is:
- Bay Area California $22.30 - $28.49
- Southern California $22.30 - $28.49
- Colorado $21.24 - $27.14
- Hawaii $22.30 - $28.49
- Illinois $21.24 - $27.14
- Maine $19.12 - $24.43
- Maryland $21.24 - $27.14
- Massachusetts $22.30 - $28.49
- Minnesota $19.12 - $24.43
- New Jersey $22.30 - $28.49
- New York $22.30 - $28.49
- Ohio $19.12 - $24.43
- Vermont $21.24 - $27.14
- Virginia $21.24 - $27.14
- Washington $22.30 - $28.49
- Washington DC $21.24 - $27.14
This position will be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards and benefits, in accordance with our applicable plans and programs. Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. To drive ongoing fair pay for employees, Intuit conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender.
Overview
If you are a highly motivated individual with tax preparation experience and excellent communication skills, we need you to help our customers complete their taxes using Intuit TurboTax products. You will be working toward advancing our goal of “Powering Prosperity Around the World” by providing expert guidance, tax preparation, and explanations of tax and technical terms to our customers. You will also play an important role in our effort to enhance our brand by delighting our customers and empowering them to prepare their taxes.
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 customers who are working on their tax returns or have delegated their tax returns with:
- Tax advice
- Full Service return preparation and signature
- Product/software inquiries
- Tax calculations
- Create high quality customer interactions and experiences that instill confidence using deep customer empathy, and your deep (extensive) knowledge and expertise in the field of tax preparation.
- 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 preparation inquiries.
- Document customer interactions.
- Work continuously toward meeting company KPI 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
- 2 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state individual 1040 tax returns for at least 30 clients/customers per season for compensation, using commercial tax preparation software.
- 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.
- Must be willing and available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- 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 have (or be willing to obtain) a dedicated hardwired internet connection that meets Intuit Security criteria.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills (written & spoken) a plus.
- Must reside in the United States.
Compensation
Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this position is:
- Bay Area California $22.30 - $28.49
- Southern California $22.30 - $28.49
- Colorado $21.24 - $27.14
- Hawaii $22.30 - $28.49
- Illinois $21.24 - $27.14
- Maine $19.12 - $24.43
- Maryland $21.24 - $27.14
- Massachusetts $22.30 - $28.49
- Minnesota $19.12 - $24.43
- New Jersey $22.30 - $28.49
- New York $22.30 - $28.49
- Ohio $19.12 - $24.43
- Vermont $21.24 - $27.14
- Virginia $21.24 - $27.14
- Washington $22.30 - $28.49
- Washington DC $21.24 - $27.14
This position will be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards and benefits, in accordance with our applicable plans and programs. Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. To drive ongoing fair pay for employees, Intuit conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender.
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Tax Associate Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- H&R Block150
- Intuit7
- BDO3
- Orbiss3
- Carr, Riggs & Ingram3
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing
- Technology & Software
- Investment & Asset Management
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax associate jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- CPA license or active CPA exam candidacy strongly preferred by most Texas firms
- Proficiency in tax preparation software such as CCH Axcess, GoSystem, or OneSource
- One to three years of public accounting or corporate tax experience for associate roles
- Strong knowledge of federal and Texas state and local tax regulations
- Experience with tax research tools such as Checkpoint or Bloomberg Tax
Tax Associate Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax associate in Texas?
A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is the standard starting point for tax associate roles in Texas. Most employers expect candidates to be pursuing or to hold a CPA license issued through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting Texas's education and experience requirements. Entry-level roles at public accounting firms or corporate tax departments are the most common first positions.
How much do tax associates make in Texas?
Tax associates in Texas earn a median of about $47,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,110 for the lowest 10% to over $86,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax associates in Texas?
Employers hiring tax associates in Texas right now include H&R Block, Intuit, and BDO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, technology, and financial services companies means both Big Four and regional accounting firms maintain steady hiring pipelines alongside large in-house corporate tax departments.
Which Texas cities have the most tax associate jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and Fort Worth have the most tax associate openings in Texas. Houston drives volume through its energy sector and large corporate headquarters, Dallas attracts firms serving financial services and technology companies, and Austin's fast-growing tech and startup ecosystem has expanded demand for in-house tax associates at companies that have relocated their headquarters to the area in recent years.
Are there remote tax associate jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many other accounting roles given the desk-based and analytical nature of tax compliance and research work. About 62% of tax associate openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a shift that accelerated after many firms updated their flexible work policies. Federal and state income tax compliance and tax research tasks tend to be the most remote-friendly, while roles involving client interaction or audit support typically require more in-office time.
How can I get hired as a tax associate in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or staff-level associate program at a Texas office of a Big Four or regional firm, which are designed for candidates without prior full-time experience. Deloitte, KPMG, and Grant Thornton run structured new-graduate programs out of their Houston and Dallas offices. Sitting for the CPA exam while still in school signals commitment and moves your application ahead of candidates who have not started. Adjacent roles such as bookkeeper, tax preparer at a seasonal firm, or accounting clerk at a Texas-based company also provide the foundational experience that leads to associate-level offers.
Where can I find and apply to tax associate jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to tax associate jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers and locations. Find the roles that fit your experience and target location, then apply directly to each one.
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