Seasonal Tax Reviewer (Full Time)

Seasonal Tax Reviewer (Remote)

Hours Expected : 9 : 00 AM- 6 : 00 PM (EST, CST, MST, PST) Monday through Friday with the possibility of weekend hours. 40 hours and 55.

Compensation : $35-$45 / hour $2800 to $3600 Bi-weekly, exempt role

Duration : January 20, 2025 through April 30th, 2025

Location : Fully Remote

Who We Are

At 1-800Accountant, we believe in using business as a force for good. We are defining a new accounting services model to help business owners navigate the new economy. We combine technology with a dedicated accountant to serve the needs of start-ups, entrepreneurs, and small businesses by providing extraordinary service at an affordable price. Our team helps business owners focus on their passion for their business while helping them with their finances, creating a collaborative effort to help their business thrive.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Seasonal Tax Reviewer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing personal and small business tax returns prepared by our tax preparers, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality. This is a remote position, perfect for individuals with a strong background in tax review and a commitment to delivering high-quality service to clients. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a deep understanding of tax regulations, and experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Review individual (1040) and small business tax returns (such as S-Corp, C-Corp, Partnerships, and LLCs) prepared by tax preparers to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with tax regulations.

Verify all tax forms and calculations, ensuring all tax positions are supported with adequate documentation and adhere to federal, state, and local tax regulations.

Provide constructive feedback to tax preparers to address discrepancies or errors and ensure corrections are made in a timely manner.

Collaborate with tax preparers to provide guidance on complex tax issues and help them improve their understanding of tax regulations and preparation processes.

Communicate with clients to gather additional information, clarify discrepancies, and resolve tax issues as needed.

Ensure timely review and filing of tax returns, adhering to deadlines and client expectations.

Stay up-to-date with changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate relevant updates to the team.

Provide exceptional customer service, maintaining a high level of professionalism and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, EA, or equivalent certification required. Must have a valid PTIN.

3+ years of experience in tax preparation and review, with a strong focus on individual and small business returns.

In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.

Proficiency with tax preparation software (Lacerte preferred)

Ability to work in a paperless environment utilizing multiple software applications.

Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills to identify errors and discrepancies.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain tax concepts clearly to clients and team members.

Ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.

High level of integrity and professional ethics in handling confidential client information.

Flexibility to work additional hours during peak tax season as needed.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Dependent Care

Holiday Pay (Christmas, New Years Day)

Sick Pay (24 hours)

Work with the country's largest virtual accounting firm

Work with cutting-edge technology

1-800Accountant is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. 1-800Accountant's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on a perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.