2026 Tax Analyst

As a trusted advisor in the professional services industry, you know what matters most to clients: Big thinking with a personal focus. You also know what matters most to your own success, including: career growth, work-life flexibility, leadership that cares about your ability to succeed, the opportunity to give and receive one-on-one coaching and mentoring, as well as learning opportunities that inspire professional development. Experience them all at Schneider Downs, where we’ve been providing accounting, tax, consulting, and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leaders for over 65 years. Start building a career with people motivated to help you succeed—and enjoy more of what counts.

As a Tax Analyst, you will work as a member of the engagement team and will be responsible for a variety of assigned projects that assist with the completion of the engagement – supporting a diverse array of projects, responsibilities and tasks, supporting client engagements by participating in day-to-day interactions with team members, providing a quality work product and driving delivery of services to meet deadlines.

Our clients are in a diverse range of industries, including retail, manufacturing, distribution, energy and natural resources, governmental and not-for-profit, higher education, transportation, automotive, real estate, construction and professional service entities — from small, closely-held businesses to large, publicly-traded companies – and as you gain experience, you’ll become a trusted advisor, influencing clients and engagement teams on resolutions to deliver exceptional audit client service delivery. You will be part of a learning culture that values quality and integrity, where you’ll be supported by Schneider Downs professionals.

Schneider Downs has embraced the hybrid work model, so this role will have flexibility working from home, as well as in the office.

What You’ll Do

• Produce tax information statements, tax returns and related reporting in a volume-driven environment within deadline-driven timeframes with the highest level of quality set forth by the practice’s clients
• Participate on engagements, as well as wide range of projects; demonstrate creative thinking and individual initiative
• Understand clients’ unique business and tax needs and referring them to colleagues in other service areas to broaden our business relationships
• Research tax laws, rules and regulations, analyze their application and defend decisions and/or outline solutions to those issues
• Handle, manipulate and analyze data and information responsibly; identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise
• Share and collaborate effectively with others; invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner
• Develop and maintain both internal and external networks; seek opportunities to learn the firm
  
  
  

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required
• Graduation date in 2025 or 2026 academic year
• Must meet CPA license eligibility requirements (i.e., 150 credit hours)
• A preferred overall GPA of 3.3 (3.0 minimum), or combination of educational success and applicable work and/or volunteer experience
  
  
  

WHERE CULTURE COUNTS

At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And it’s our culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard to retain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive work environment through our core values: Care, Integrity, Flexibility, Respect, and Drive.

ENJOY MORE OF THE THINGS THAT MATTER MOST

• Competitive compensation
• Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begin on day one
• 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks
• Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time
• 401(k) plans and profit sharing
• CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance
  
  
  

About Schneider Downs

For over 65 years, Schneider Downs has provided audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leaders committed to our approach of providing Big Thinking with a Personal Focus. Our client roster includes a diverse blend of well-established national and regional businesses both publicly and privately owned – as well as not-for-profits and exciting start-ups. Regardless of industry or corporate profile, our clients receive the highest level of responsiveness, pro-activity, and personal attention to their individual needs. We call that commitment the SD Standard and it’s what makes us different.

A PLACE WHERE INCLUSIVITY COUNTS

Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. We believe a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion contributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world.

BUILD A CAREER WHERE YOUR NEEDS COUNT. APPLY NOW.

Schneider Downs does not accept unsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicited referral will become the property of Schneider Downs. Upon hire, no fee will be owed to the agency, person, or entity.