Tax Associate Jobs in Wisconsin

Tax associate jobs in Wisconsin are in steady demand, concentrated in public accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and financial services across Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay. Employers including Wipfli, Baker Tilly, and Northwestern Mutual maintain consistent hiring for tax associates at both entry-level and experienced levels. The most sought-after specialties in the state are individual and business tax compliance, state and local tax, and pass-through entity work. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles87
Top employerH&R Block
Top cityMilwaukee, WI
Cities hiring80
Work type50% On-site
Top industryAccounting

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Baker Tilly Canada
Tax Senior Associate
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Tax Senior Associate
Baker Tilly Canada
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$75k - $99k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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CliftonLarsonAllen
Tax Senior Associate
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Tax Senior Associate
CliftonLarsonAllen
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Bachelor's degree in finance
5,001-10,000

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GreenStone Farm Credit Services
Associate Tax Accountant
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Associate Tax Accountant
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
Little Chute, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Bachelor's degree in finance
501-1,000

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Esterbrooks Scott Signorelli Peterson Smithson, Ltd.
Tax Associate
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Tax Associate
Esterbrooks Scott Signorelli Peterson Smithson, Ltd.
Superior, Wisconsin
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$65k - $110k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Tax Associate
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Tax Associate
Avaii Wealth Management
Appleton, Wisconsin
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Tax Associate Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Milwaukee
3 jobs
Appleton
2 jobs
Superior
2 jobs
Eau Claire
2 jobs
Sun Prairie
2 jobs
Little Chute
2 jobs
Tomah
1 job
Beloit
1 job
Hudson
1 job

Tax Associate Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • H&R Block
    H&R Block80
  • Compeer Financial
    Compeer Financial1
  • Baker Tilly Canada
    Baker Tilly Canada1
  • CliftonLarsonAllen
    CliftonLarsonAllen1
  • C
    Capital First Limited1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in tax associate jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field required or in progress
  • Active CPA license or demonstrated progress toward CPA licensure in Wisconsin
  • Proficiency with tax preparation software such as CCH Axcess or UltraTax CS
  • Familiarity with federal and Wisconsin state individual and business tax compliance
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in reviewing financial documents
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for client-facing interactions

Tax Associate Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a tax associate in Wisconsin?

Becoming a tax associate in Wisconsin typically starts with a bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field. Most employers expect candidates to be pursuing or to have passed the CPA exam, which is administered in Wisconsin through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Many firms hire candidates still completing their degree or exam sections, particularly through campus recruiting at University of Wisconsin campuses and Marquette University.

How much do tax associates make in Wisconsin?

Tax associates in Wisconsin earn a median of about $44,340 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $34,920 for the lowest 10% to over $73,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire tax associates in Wisconsin?

Companies currently hiring tax associates in Wisconsin include H&R Block, Compeer Financial, and Baker Tilly Canada, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of regional accounting firms, insurance companies, and manufacturing headquarers makes it a consistent market for tax associate openings year-round.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most tax associate jobs?

Milwaukee, Appleton, and Superior are the Wisconsin cities with the most tax associate openings. Milwaukee drives the largest share of listings due to its concentration of regional and national accounting firms, corporate headquarters, and financial services employers, while Madison's professional services sector and state government presence sustain strong demand, and Green Bay draws hiring from its manufacturing and insurance base.

Are there remote tax associate jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, and more than many finance roles, since tax work is largely document-driven and software-based. About 50% of tax associate openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with larger regional firms most likely to offer flexible arrangements. Individual and business tax compliance roles are the most commonly offered as remote, while roles involving direct client service or audit support tend to require in-office presence.

How can I get hired as a tax associate in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to intern-to-hire or new-graduate programs at Wisconsin's regional accounting firms, where Wipfli, Baker Tilly, and Plante Moran all recruit directly from Wisconsin universities each fall. Candidates with a completed or nearly completed accounting degree and progress toward CPA exam sections are competitive for these roles. Adjacent positions such as bookkeeping, payroll, or accounts payable also provide a credible lateral move into a tax associate title at smaller firms and corporate tax departments.

Where can I find and apply to tax associate jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to tax associate jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is required to see the listings.

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