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Seasonal CPA - Tax Season

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Aaron L Watson CPA

McCormick, SC (In Person)

$42,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 23 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/6/2026

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Job Description

Seasonal CPA
  • Tax Season McCormick, SC 29835 $42,000
  • $60,000 a year
  • Seasonal $42,000
  • $60,000 a year
  • Seasonal About the Opportunity A privately held accounting and wealth management firm is seeking an experienced Seasonal CPA to support the firm during tax season.
This role is ideal for a CPA who enjoys focused tax preparation and review work during peak season and wants to contribute to a professional, client-centered firm without a full-year commitment. Position Summary The Seasonal CPA will assist with preparation and review of individual and business tax returns from January through April. The ideal candidate is accurate, efficient, deadline-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced tax season environment. A performance-based bonus opportunity is available based on productivity, accuracy, client service, and overall contribution during the season. Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and/or review individual, business, trust, and estate tax returns
  • Assist with tax planning questions and client follow-up during tax season
  • Review client documents for completeness and identify missing information
  • Communicate with staff and clients to resolve tax return questions efficiently
  • Support filing deadlines, extensions, and estimated tax payment calculations
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation within the firm's tax workflow system
  • Ensure tax returns meet firm quality standards before delivery or filing
  • Assist with workflow improvements and staff support during peak season Qualifications
  • Active CPA license required
  • 5+ years of tax preparation or public accounting experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of individual and business tax returns
  • Experience with tax software, preferably Drake, UltraTax, Lacerte, or similar
  • Ability to work efficiently under tax season deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Professional communication skills and client service mindset
  • High degree of confidentiality and professionalism Compensation Structure Seasonal Base + Production Bonus
  • Guaranteed seasonal compensation: $40,000
  • 45,000 for January-April
  • Performance bonus: $5,000 if realized tax revenue reaches $150,000
  • Performance bonus: $10,000 if realized tax revenue reaches $165,000
  • Performance bonus: $15,000 if realized tax revenue reaches $180,000 Target total compensation:
  • At $150,000 revenue: $45,000
  • 50,000
  • At $165,000 revenue: $50,000
  • 55,000
  • At $180,000 revenue: $55,000
  • 60,000 Bonus eligibility should be subject to quality controls, including accuracy, timely completion, low rework rate, client professionalism, and adherence to firm workflow standards. Seasonal Schedule
  • Expected term: January through April
  • Full-time or part-time seasonal arrangements may be considered depending on candidate availability and firm needs
  • Additional off-season work may be available by mutual agreement
Pay:
$42,000.00
  • $60,000.
00 per year
Work Location:
In person