Tax Associate

Clairview is a growing CPA-led U.S.–Canada tax and accounting firm serving individuals and businesses with U.S., Canadian and cross-border tax needs. We are looking for a bright, ambitious and highly trainable Tax Associate who wants to build a long-term career in taxation. This is an entry-level position, and extensive tax experience is not required. We are specifically interested in someone with strong academic ability, excellent attention to detail, curiosity and a genuine desire to learn. The successful candidate will receive structured, hands-on training and gradually take on increasingly complex tax work as their knowledge and experience develop. Qualification Required & Experience The Ideal Candidate Profile You will thrive in this role if you possess: • Rigorous Academic Background: A B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. (Final year students are also welcome to apply) • Professional Track Realignment: Progress toward ICAG, ICAN or an ATSWA qualification is an advantage but not required • Obsessive Attention to Detail: A natural instinct to cross-check numbers twice, follow strict standard operating procedures (SOPs), and eliminate clerical errors entirely. • Proactive Investigative Skills: Comfortable navigating ambiguous, non-standard client files by independently researching IRS codes and CRA tax folios. • High-Volume Stamina: The speed and mental agility to process a high volume of tax files under tight deadlines during peak tax seasons. • Technical Fluency: Advanced spreadsheet skills (Excel formulas, data manipulation) and a fast learning curve for cloud-based software. • Long-Term Vision: A desire to build a definitive, multi-year career in international taxation, not just find a temporary job. Previous tax experience is an advantage but not required. What We Offer • Competitive compensation • Structured professional tax training • Hands-on experience with real U.S. and Canadian tax matters • Direct mentorship from an experienced tax professional • Performance-based salary progression • Tax-season performance bonuses • Support for relevant professional education and certifications • Opportunity for long-term career progression within a growing international tax practice Location: Accra How To Apply For The Job (Read Carefully) To filter for the strict attention to detail required for this role, we enforce a strict application protocol. Failure to follow these steps exactly will result in immediate disqualification. Please email: info@cvaexperts.com with the exact subject line: “Tax Associate Application – [Your Full Name] – [Your Highest Qualification]” Your email must include: • Your CV/Resume (PDF format only). • Your Academic Transcript or most recent official university results. • A 3-sentence cover letter in the body of the email answering exactly this: Why does a career in U.S.–Canadian cross-border tax appeal to your specific professional strengths? Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a timed, practical skills assessment testing spreadsheet auditing, procedural compliance, and proactive research speed prior to the interview phase. Closing Date: 18 September, 2026 The post Tax Associate at Clairview appeared first on Jobweb Ghana .