Tax Preparer

About this position

Job Description

Title: Seasonal Tax Prep

Location: Orangeburg, NY

Salary: $30.00-$50.00 per hour dependent on experience

Benefits: N/A

Work Schedule: Part-Time, estimated 15-20 hours per week

Position Type: Seasonal Temp, estimated January 11th 2027 through May 28th 2027

Overview: Local public accounting firm seeks seasonal Tax Prep support. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of business and personal tax prep experience, part-time availability through the duration of tax season, and be local to the Orangeburg, NY are 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.

Responsibilities:

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

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• 3-5 years of tax prep experience in a public accounting setting, with strong ability to handle both business and personal returns
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• QuickBooks proficient
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• Must be available through the duration of tax season for part-time work, there is some flex on the scheduling
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Location and commute

26 Orangetown Shopping Ctr, Orangeburg, NY 10962.

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3276160129.