[Hiring] Seasonal Tax Preparer @Highlight Financials

Role Description

This is a seasonal (January - April 2027), part-time position running through the core of tax season. You'll prepare and review tax returns for individual and small business clients, working closely with our team to ensure accuracy and a smooth client experience. As a small practice, responsibilities may shift based on workload and your strengths, and there's room to take on more as the season progresses.

What You'll Do

• Prepare individual (1040) and small business (1065, 1120-S, 1120) tax returns for review
• Gather, organize, and review supporting documentation from clients
• Identify missing information or discrepancies and communicate with clients or your supervisor to resolve them
• Use ProConnect and TaxDome to manage client files and workflow
• Apply current-year tax law changes to client situations under supervision
• Support quality control review of prepared returns
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client financial information
• Flag complex or unclear situations to your supervisor rather than guessing

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of prior experience preparing individual and/or business tax returns
• Working knowledge of federal and state tax rules relevant to individual and small business filers
• Comfortable working independently in a remote setting while staying communicative
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple client files during a fast-paced season
• Familiarity with professional tax software (experience with our specific software is a plus, not required)
• Reliable and responsive during peak season deadlines
• CPA or EA credential a plus, but not required