Tax Associate (1040 Focus) Tedder Whitlock Consulting

• 5.0 Livonia, MI Job Details Full-time $55,000
• $65,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Tax form completion On-the-job training (training delivery method) Customer communication Spreadsheets Attention to detail Tax report preparation Tax preparation software Full Job Description Full-Time
• On-Site
• Livonia, MI Tedder Whitlock Consulting is a small, relationship-driven accounting firm serving individuals, families, and small businesses throughout Southeast Michigan.

We're growing and are looking for a Tax Associate with a focus on individual income tax (Form 1040) to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who has at least five years of 1040 preparation experience and wants to grow in a small-firm environment where character, reliability, and quality of work matter. We value people who take ownership, communicate well, and genuinely enjoy helping clients make sense of their tax situation. What You'll Do Prepare individual income tax returns (1040) and related schedules Assist with extensions, estimates, and client follow-up Help clients by uploading and organizing documents through our secure portal Perform basic bookkeeping tasks for small clients as needed Assist the team during busy season with administrative and tax support Collaborate closely with partners and staff in a hands-on, supportive environment What We're Looking For 5+ years of 1040 tax preparation experience Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn Strong Excel skills (sorting, filtering, pivot tables a plus) Comfort communicating with clients in a friendly, professional manner Ability to work on-site full-time Experience with tax software (we can train on our system) Working toward CPA or EA is a plus, but not required Integrity, dependability, and a commitment to high-quality work Why Join Us A small, close-knit team that values honesty, humility, and hard work Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced CPAs Exposure to a variety of clients: high-net-worth individuals, small business owners, and families Room to grow into more advanced tax roles as you gain experience Competitive compensation based on experience A work environment where your character and contribution truly matter Start Date We're looking to hire as soon as possible to prepare for our upcoming tax season.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00

• $65,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person