Tax Preparer

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Tax Preparer to support a busy tax team in Mineral Ridge, Ohio on a Contract basis. This position focuses on managing tax extension work, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure client information is handled efficiently and correctly. The ideal candidate brings prior tax preparation experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with clients while meeting important deadlines.

Responsibilities:
• Manage a queue of pending tax extension filings and complete related processing in a timely manner.
• Record client and extension details accurately within company software and maintain dependable documentation.
• Verify entered information by reviewing and reconciling records to support completeness and accuracy.
• Organize tax files and monitor the progress of open extension items to help keep work on schedule.
• Contact clients professionally to discuss filing timelines, request needed paperwork, and follow up on outstanding items.
• Provide administrative assistance and general support for tax preparation activities as business needs require.• Previous experience in tax preparation is required, ideally within an accounting firm or similar tax environment.
• Familiarity with tax return support, extension processing, or related tax administration is preferred.
• Strong data entry skills with the ability to maintain organized and accurate records.
• Excellent attention to detail and a consistent focus on quality and precision.
• Confidence in making outbound client calls and handling follow-up communication professionally.
• Ability to manage competing tasks effectively and work successfully under deadline pressure.
• Experience using office applications and tax software; knowledge of Drake Tax Software is a plus.