Income Tax Preparer

Job Description Job Description Opportunity for Full-Time Employment | CPA Firm This position is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing high-quality individual income tax returns in a collaborative, technology-driven environment. This role focuses primarily on the preparation of individual income tax returns (Form 1040) . There is also the opportunity for this position to move to broader scoped projects for the right candidate. Whether you're an experienced tax professional looking for seasonal work, a retired CPA or EA who wants to stay active, or someone seeking a flexible schedule during tax season, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do You'll prepare accurate, high-quality tax returns while working closely with our partners and tax professionals to provide exceptional service to our clients. Responsibilities include: * Prepare individual federal and state income tax returns (Form 1040) * Analyze client tax documents and identify missing information * Communicate with staff regarding open items and tax return questions * Review prior-year returns and maintain consistency when appropriate * Prepare tax projections and basic tax planning calculations when needed * Research tax issues and apply current tax law * Maintain organized electronic workpapers and documentation * Meet production goals while maintaining exceptional accuracy * Assist with extension season and year-round tax projects as needed What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who enjoys solving tax problems, works efficiently, and takes pride in producing accurate returns. Required Qualifications * Experience preparing individual income tax returns * Strong knowledge of federal individual income tax laws * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills * Exceptional attention to detail * Strong computer and technology skills * Ability to efficiently manage a high-volume workload while meeting deadlines * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team Preferred Qualifications * CPA, Enrolled Agent (EA), or CPA candidate * Experience preparing complex individual tax returns * Experience with UltraTax CS or similar professional tax software * Experience with Thomson Reuters products, including UltraTax CS * Experience working in a public accounting or CPA firm * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field Why Join Our Firm? We believe tax preparation is about more than entering numbers. Our team focuses on providing thoughtful advice, outstanding client service, and using technology to work efficiently. You'll enjoy: * Competitive compensation and benefits based on experience * Modern, technology-driven workflows * A supportive and collaborative team environment * Interesting, high-quality clients * The opportunity to expand your tax knowledge and technical skills * Potential for a permanent full-time position Ideal Candidate This position is a great fit for someone who: * Enjoys preparing individual tax returns * Likes staying current with tax law * Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment * Wants meaningful seasonal work with excellent earning potential * Takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work * Values teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning If you're an experienced tax preparer looking for a rewarding opportunity with a respected CPA firm, we'd love to hear from you.