Tax Preparer

About the Role We are hiring a Tax Preparer with strong experience in individual tax returns. This is a tax-first role. The primary responsibility is preparing 1040s. At the same time, the role offers flexibility depending on your background. Someone coming in as a tax preparer can grow into broader accounting responsibilities, while a more experienced Accountant, EA, or CPA can take on additional ownership and higher-level work. The most important requirement is hands-on experience preparing tax returns. What You Will Do During Tax Season (January through April) Prepare individual tax returns with a focus on 1040s Gather and review client documentation Follow up with clients to request missing information Answer client questions and provide basic guidance Assist with general office workflow when needed, including phones and client support Help with light bookkeeping when necessary to complete returns Tax season is highly focused work. The majority of your time will be spent preparing tax returns. During the Off Season (May through December) Support bookkeeping for monthly and quarterly clients Assist with payroll and sales tax filings Help catch up and maintain bookkeeping after tax season Review tax notices and help communicate next steps to clients Continue building client relationships and expanding your skill set The off season is less intense, but still provides consistent work and opportunities to build additional skills. Required Skills Experience preparing individual tax returns independently Strong understanding of how tax returns are structured and flow Prior experience in a tax office or similar environment Ability to communicate directly with clients Additional Experience That Is Helpful Exposure to business returns Bookkeeping or accounting experience Familiarity with QuickBooks, Xero, or similar software Experience with ProSeries or similar tax software Credentials and Level Flexibility EA or CPA is a plus but not required Candidates without credentials will absolutely be considered if they have strong tax preparation experience We are open to multiple levels: Tax preparers who want to grow their accounting skills Accountants who want to focus more heavily on tax Experienced EA or CPA candidates who want more flexibility and ownership Compensation Base salary ranges from 55,000 to 95,000 depending on experience Higher compensation is available for candidates with stronger tax experience or broader accounting capabilities Health insurance through AmeriHealth SIMPLE IRA with employer match PTO starting at 15 days in year one and increasing over time Paid holidays with additional time off around major holidays Work Schedule Full time role with consistent 40 hour work weeks Tax season requires full in-office presence Off season offers flexibility including hybrid work options Summer Schedule Fridays off for much of the summer Approximately 15 to 17 Fridays off per year Full time pay maintained throughout the year Small team environment with direct collaboration Office is a professional, client-facing space connected to the owner’s home with a separate entrance High level of autonomy balanced with team support This role offers long-term growth for the right person. You will have the opportunity to expand your tax knowledge, take on more responsibility with clients, and potentially grow into a larger role within the business over time. Who This Role Is a Good Fit For A tax preparer who enjoys working directly on returns Someone with 1040 experience who wants more stability and growth An accountant interested in building deeper tax expertise A candidate looking for flexibility outside of tax season Who This Role Is Not a Fit For Candidates without hands-on tax preparation experience Candidates looking for fully remote work year round Candidates not comfortable working in a small, high-touch environment Additional Job Application Terms This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia. #J-18808-Ljbffr MTL Financial Services LLC