We're Hiring (and training) a Tax Advisor for Creatives: Remote, Year Round Salary, Flexible w/ Benefits

Posted 7 days ago

About the role

We're seeking a tax advisor who wants to build a career supporting passionate creatives and freelancers. You'll work directly with clients to prepare their tax returns and help them better understand their finances.

• 100% Remote: Work from home or wherever you're most comfortable.
• Seasonal Rhythm: Full-time (with some weekends) January–April, then flexible May–December. Most advisors work 3 days/week off-season, some more, some less. If you work more, you earn more.

Pay

Common compensation paths:

• [1st year] Full time Jan-April & 3 days a week May-December: $35,000
• [1st year] Full time Jan-April & 5 days a week May-December: $45,000
• [2nd year] Full time Jan-April & 3 days a week May-December: $45,000
• [2nd year] Full time Jan-April & 5 days a week May-December: $55,000
• [3rd year] Full time Jan-April & 3 days a week May-December: $50,000
• [3rd year] Full time Jan-April & 5 days a week May-December: $60,000

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 5 weeks paid vacation
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone plan
• Access to Brass Taxes media accounts

Schedule

• Projected Start Date: September 14, 2026
• Paid training begins with a 12+ week, full-time, fully paid program before tax season starts.

Responsibilities

• Education: Complete a 12+ week full-time training course to prepare for the upcoming tax season. Ongoing study and mentorship continue every season to deepen your expertise in tax law, financial fluency, and client communication.
• Client Appointments: Host 1-on-1 phone and video call appointments to gather information for tax returns and help clients with their financial goals. Ensure clients feel comfortable and supported, even if you don’t have all the answers immediately.

Requirements

• Communication skills: Ability to explain the US tax code clearly and make it understandable and relevant to each client’s unique situation.
• Empathy: Connect with stressed or confused clients, clarify their concerns, and help them feel at ease.
• Personal responsibility & attention to detail: Maintain high performance and accuracy when handling sensitive financial information. Address errors promptly and professionally.
• Self-starter: Proactively learn, research, improve, and problem-solve, regardless of prior tax experience. Manage time effectively and work independently.
• Tech-savviness: Comfortable learning and troubleshooting various software tools used during tax season.
• Freelance experience: 3+ years of personal experience in the freelance world, understanding how independent contractors operate, are paid, and are taxed.
• Self-awareness & collaboration: Comfortable asking for help, working with others, and navigating uncertainty in unfamiliar tax situations.

Experience in tax preparation, accounting, and/or bookkeeping is a plus but not required. Be prepared for a steep learning curve and a commitment to ongoing education.

About Us

Brass Taxes helps creatives and freelancers with their taxes, focusing on creating an honest, comfortable atmosphere where clients can get their questions answered. We prioritize communication, transparency, and education to make taxes less stressful.

Never thought of yourself as a "tax" person? That's okay. Many of our successful tax preparers come from diverse backgrounds, including actors, artists, photographers, musicians, customer service reps, writers, editors, college students, stay-at-home parents, and retirees. If you're committed to learning and enjoy interacting with clients, you're right for Brass Taxes.

Inclusion Policy

At Brass Taxes, we value inclusion, openness, diversity, and respect for each other. We are committed to cultural education and learning about the diverse backgrounds represented in our company and among our clients. This includes race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, culture, religion, geographic location, academic education, socio-economic reality, thoughts, interests, and ideas. Our aim is to foster an inclusive, welcoming, and safe environment for all.