Sr. Tax Preparer and Accountant

Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Senior Tax Preparer to support one of our clients on an interim basis. This role is ideal for a self-directed tax specialist who can independently manage business and individual tax filings while maintaining high standards for accuracy and documentation. The position also includes limited financial statement preparation, requiring someone who can interpret client records, make necessary adjustments, and deliver high-quality work within a public accounting environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations across a range of industries.

• Examine client financial records, bookkeeping files, and source documentation to identify missing information, reporting issues, and potential tax considerations.

• Create and post adjusting journal entries as needed to align financial data with accurate tax reporting requirements.

• Reconcile account balances and assemble basic financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, to support tax filings.

• Apply current federal, state, and local tax regulations to complete compliance work accurately and consistently.

• Organize and maintain thorough workpapers that clearly support return positions and related calculations.

• Use tax software such as ProSeries and comparable platforms to prepare, review, and finalize returns efficiently.

• Communicate with stakeholders to clarify financial details, resolve discrepancies, and keep engagements moving forward in a remote work setting.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 to 5 years of recent tax preparation experience in a public accounting or tax firm setting.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations with minimal supervision.
• Hands-on proficiency with Intuit ProSeries or a similar form-based tax preparation system.
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, including trial balances, account reconciliations, and financial statement assembly.
• Strong attention to detail with a consistent focus on accuracy, completeness, and quality control.
• Ability to work independently from a secure home office with reliable high-speed internet access.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders in a remote environment.
• CPA or Enrolled Agent designation is preferred but not required; experience serving healthcare or medical clients is a plus.

Compensation

$60.00-$70.00 Hourly

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