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Job Description
Job Title:
Tax Preparer (Subcontractor•In-Office)
Location:
Virginia Beach, VA Job Type:
1099 Subcontractor•
Full-Time, Part-Time, or As-Needed Pay:
$25•30/hour (based on experience) Compensation will be discussed during the interview process. Please note that the top of the pay range will be reserved for CPAs. We are a small, locally owned tax and accounting firm based in Virginia Beach, VA , serving clients of all sizes across a variety of industries. Our services include accounting, payroll, and tax preparation for individuals, businesses, estates, trusts, and nonprofits. We are currently seeking an experienced Tax Preparer to join us as a subcontractor on a full-time, part-time, or as-needed basis. This is an in-office position only — remote work is not available . About the
Role:
We're looking for someone with proven experience in both personal and corporate tax preparation . This subcontractor will primarily assist during the tax season , with potential for ongoing work during the rest of the year depending on skill set and workload.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns Research federal and state tax issues as needed Assist with accounting, payroll, and sales tax tasks (preferred but not required) Help set up new client accounts from start to finish Perform occasional administrative support tasks Communicate professionally with clients, the IRS, and state tax authorities
Requirements:
3+ years of tax preparation experience (business and personal returns) 2+ years of general accounting experience preferred Experience with tax software (ProSeries experience is a plus) Experience with accounting software (Sage 50 is a plus) Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality Must be available to work on-site in Virginia Beach, VA Credentials such as CPA, EA, or Registered Tax Preparer are a plus, but not required.
Schedule & Hours:
Office is open 8-5 M-F Peak workload during tax season (potential for 40+ hours/week) Reduced or as-needed hours during the off-season Some Saturdays may be required during peak periods
Important:
This is an in-person subcontractor role. We are not offering remote or relocation opportunities at this time. Candidates must be local to the Virginia Beach area.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and include three professional references we may contact. We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates who are excited to support our growing firm!