Tax Preparer

Job Title: Contract Tax Preparer

Location: Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid — TBD

Job Type: Contract / Seasonal

Duration: Through Tax Season

Schedule: Flexible hours; additional hours available during peak season

Job Summary

Our client, an accounting firm, is seeking an experienced Contract Tax Preparer to provide support throughout tax season. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned tax professional who is looking for extra hours during peak season, may already have their own book of business, or is simply not focused on long-term career progression and prefers flexible, project-based work.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable stepping in quickly, preparing returns efficiently, and working independently with minimal training. Lacerte experience is required, with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, corporate, and/or partnership tax returns as assigned
• Work efficiently to support increased tax season volume
• Gather, organize, and analyze client financial and tax documentation
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely filing of returns
• Communicate with firm leadership or staff regarding return status, missing information, and follow-up items
• Apply current tax knowledge and best practices in preparing returns
• Use Lacerte for tax preparation and related workflow tasks

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Tax Preparer in a public accounting or tax firm environment
• Minimum 3 years of recent Lacerte experience
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned workload during busy season
• Strong knowledge of tax preparation processes and deadlines
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to step into an established workflow with minimal ramp-up time

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experienced tax professional seeking supplemental hours during tax season
• May have an existing client base or other ongoing work and is looking to add seasonal contract work
• Comfortable in a hands-on role without the need for a long-term growth track
• Reliable, efficient, and able to contribute immediately

Additional Information

• Flexible arrangement: onsite, remote, or hybrid may be considered
• Seasonal contract opportunity aligned to tax season demands
• Strong preference for candidates who can start quickly and contribute with minimal supervision

Compensation

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