Tax Preparer Robert Half - 3.9 San Mateo, CA Job Details Temporary | Contract $45 - $50 an hour 5 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Confidential information handling Mid-level State tax Financial records review Task prioritization Compliance documentation Document review Tax preparation software 2 years Documentation reviews Financial compliance Time management

Full Job Description Job Title:

Contract Tax Preparer Duration:

6-week contract assignment (10/15 deadline)

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking a Contract Tax Preparer to support a high-volume backlog of individual tax returns during a 6-week engagement. This professional will focus primarily on preparing and reviewing Form 1040 returns, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion. CCH Experience is highly desired,

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare a high volume of 1040 individual income tax returns accurately and efficiently. Review client-provided financial and tax documentation for completeness and consistency. Identify missing information and follow up as needed to help move returns to completion. Ensure compliance with current federal and applicable state tax laws and filing requirements. Organize and prioritize work to meet tight deadlines within the 6-week project window. Communicate with internal staff or clients regarding tax return questions, document needs, and status updates. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and personal information. At least 2 years of recent experience in tax preparation. Hands-on experience preparing individual tax returns, including Form 1040 filings. Familiarity with business or corporate tax work is helpful. Experience using CCH ProSystem fx is preferred; recent use of other tax software is also valued. Strong attention to detail and the ability to review tax information carefully for accuracy. Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal direction. Solid organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple returns at once. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .