We are looking for a Tax Preparer to join a detail-oriented services team for a long-term contract opportunity. This role centers on preparing individual tax filings during a busy seasonal period while helping maintain accuracy, organization, and timely submission of client returns. The position offers flexible part-time hours of approximately 20 to 30 per week, and strong performance may lead to continued work supporting additional accounting and tax-related needs.
Responsibilities:
- Collect and sort client tax records and financial materials to ensure each file is complete and ready for preparation.
- Prepare individual federal, state, and local income tax returns, with a primary emphasis on Form 1040 filings.
- Enter taxpayer information into tax software and verify that all details are accurate before submission.
- Examine source documents such as W-2s, 1099s, K-1s, and investment statements to support complete and compliant tax reporting.
- Coordinate with colleagues to clarify tax information, resolve questions, and keep return preparation moving efficiently.
- Provide assistance with extension-related filings and follow-up tax preparation tasks when required.
- Contribute to additional bookkeeping, business accounting, or business tax assignments if work continues beyond the core tax season period.