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Seasonal Tax Preparation Specialist Integrity of Madison County | Pendleton, Indiana Integrity of Madison County is looking for an experienced Seasonal Tax Preparation Specialist to join our team for the upcoming tax season. This is a seasonal position running from approximately January through April 30, with the potential for continued employment beyond tax season based on business needs and workload. We are looking for someone with previous tax preparation experience who enjoys working independently and wants to focus on preparing accurate tax returns. Responsibilities Prepare individual federal and state income tax returns Enter and review information from W-2s, 1099s, and other tax documents Work through assigned tax returns using our queue-based workflow Review returns for accuracy and completeness Identify missing information or documentation needed to complete a return Contact clients by phone or email when additional information is needed Assist with more complex returns, including business, S-Corporation, or partnership returns, if experienced E-file completed returns when appropriate Maintain confidentiality of client financial and tax information Work independently while meeting expected deadlines and turnaround times Our Tax Preparation Process We are a queue-based tax preparation office rather than a "while-you-wait" tax service . Clients provide their tax documents, and returns are placed into a queue for preparation and review. This allows our tax preparers to focus on preparing returns rather than sitting with clients for extended appointments. Most of the time, you will be able to work through your assigned returns independently, while contacting clients when questions or additional information come up. Qualifications Previous tax preparation experience strongly preferred Experience preparing individual income tax returns Familiarity with tax preparation software Drake Tax experience is a plus, but experience with other tax software or previous manual tax preparation is also valuable Strong attention to detail Ability to work independently and manage a workload Comfortable asking questions when needed Good communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive client information No specific degree or college education is required. We are primarily looking for someone with practical tax preparation experience who can contribute during a busy tax season. Experience with business, S-Corporation, or partnership returns is a plus, but is not required. Schedule Seasonal position running approximately January through April 30 Approximately 35-40+ hours per week , with additional hours available during peak periods Monday-Friday during regular office hours of 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Saturday hours from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM during the peak season, generally February through April 15 Flexible scheduling within our regular business hours No evening hours We are open to bringing someone on before January 1 if the right candidate is available. Compensation $20-$25 per hour, depending on experience This is a seasonal position and does not include employee benefits. About Integrity of Madison County Integrity of Madison County is a local tax, accounting, and payroll firm serving individuals, small businesses, churches, and other organizations. We are a small office where our team works closely together and where accuracy, client service, and getting the job done right matter. If you're an experienced tax preparer looking for seasonal work where you can focus on preparing tax returns, work independently, and be part of a small local team, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person