Tax Preparer

We are looking for a Tax Preparer to support a busy filing season on a Contract basis in California. This role will focus primarily on completing individual tax returns while helping the team maintain turnaround times during a period of increased volume. The position is well suited for someone who can work independently, stay organized under deadlines, and contribute effectively in a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and examine individual income tax filings, with an emphasis on Form 1040 returns, to ensure timely completion.
• Support the preparation of small business and corporate tax filings when additional assistance is needed.
• Collect, sort, and assess tax documents to confirm all required information is complete and accurate before processing.
• Enter financial and tax data into tax software and address routine issues that arise during return preparation.
• Apply federal and state tax rules carefully so completed returns meet compliance standards.
• Coordinate with internal team members to clarify missing details, provide updates, and keep assigned work moving forward.
• Organize and prioritize a queue of returns to meet filing deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Adapt to varying supervisory and communication styles while maintaining consistent quality and productivity.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of recent experience preparing tax returns in a tax preparation setting.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience preparing individual Form 1040 tax returns is required.
• Familiarity with business or corporate tax work is preferred.
• Experience using CCH ProSystem fx Tax is preferred; recent use of other tax software is also valuable.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to review documents and data for accuracy.
• Ability to work independently with limited oversight while remaining responsive to team needs.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple returns at once.

Compensation

$42.75-$49.50 Hourly

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