Seasonal Tax Preparer

Position Overview

Our seasonal positions are for those who wish to primarily work from February to mid-April, although there may be an opportunity for additional hours outside of tax season. Ideally, these will be recurring annual positions for the right people. We can accommodate flexible schedules but request that you be able to commit to at least 25 hours per week during tax season.

Essential Functions

• Prepares complicated individual and/or business income tax returns.
• Prepare and/or review individual, partnership and corporate income tax returns.
• Interact directly with clients

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or accounting certificate.
• One or more years of related experience.
• An understanding of the basic principles of accounting.

Other Skills / Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of US tax regulations.
• Knowledge of state and federal tax form processes and how to accurately properly prepare forms for each.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and meet timely obligations with many clients.
• Knowledge of accounting processes and advanced mathematical skills.
• Experience consulting tax handbooks or other printed materials to determine the proper procedure for preparing challenging returns.
• Skilled using various accounting software and experience in troubleshooting common accounting program problems.
• Personal integrity when working with personal and sensitive financial information.
• Professional experience in financial forecasting and risk analysis.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of boxes and/or paperwork up to 25 pounds.