SEASONAL TAX PREP

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of business and personal tax prep experience and part-time availability through the duration of tax season for on-site work. Responsibilities: Prepare individual and business tax returns, including 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120-S returns.

Local public accounting firm seeks Seasonal Tax Prep support. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of business and personal tax prep experience and part-time availability through the duration of tax season for on-site work. This is a routine annual need, so if someone performs well this could be a long-term seasonal relationship with the firm. 15-20 hours per week. Salary depends on experience.

Responsibilities:
Prepare individual and business tax returns, including 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120-S returns.
Gather, organize, and review client tax documents and financial information for completeness and accuracy.
Enter tax data and prepare returns using professional tax preparation software.
Assist with preparation of federal, state, and local income tax returns.
Research basic tax issues and apply applicable tax rules and regulations.
Review prior-year returns and workpapers to identify changes and missing information.
Communicate with clients to obtain additional documentation and resolve routine tax questions.
Prepare tax extensions, estimated tax payments, and related filings.
Assist with tax notices, correspondence, and other basic client tax matters.
Perform basic bookkeeping, account reconciliation, and financial data entry as needed.
Prepare and organize tax workpapers and supporting schedules.
Review completed returns for accuracy, consistency, and completeness prior to submission.
Maintain organized client files and protect confidential financial and tax information.
Provide general administrative and clerical support to the CPA and tax team during tax season.
Assist with other accounting, tax preparation, and client-service functions as assigned.