Tax Preparer — US Accounting Firm

Part-Time | PST-overlap required | Long-Term Contract · Full-time possible for the right candidate

About the Role A U.S.-based business management and accounting firm serving clients in the entertainment industry is looking for a detail-oriented Tax Preparer / Accountant to join their remote team. This role focuses on preparing U.S. individual and business tax returns, organizing supporting financial records, and maintaining accurate workpapers — all within a professional U.S. firm environment.

The position starts part-time, with the possibility of transitioning to full-time for a standout candidate. Weekly hours and schedule overlap will be agreed upon before starting.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare U.S. tax returns including Forms 1040, 1120, and 1065, along with relevant schedules and supporting workpapers, for review by the supervising CPA
- Review financial records and source documents for accuracy and completeness before preparing returns
- Organize tax documentation and maintain clear, traceable workpapers and client files
- Identify missing information, discrepancies, or issues requiring clarification and communicate them promptly to the appropriate team member
- Assist with account reconciliations and supporting accounting schedules needed for tax preparation
- Manage assigned deadlines and provide timely progress updates
- Maintain accurate, transparent time records reflecting actual work performed




- Protect confidential financial and taxpayer information following the firm's data-handling procedures
- Provide additional support during peak tax season as agreed

Requirements

- Accounting or Finance degree — required
- 2–5 years of hands-on experience preparing U.S. tax returns — required. Candidates without direct tax preparation experience will not be considered
- Demonstrated experience with Forms 1040, 1120, and 1065
- Working knowledge of U.S. taxation and IRS documentation requirements
- Experience with professional U.S. tax preparation software — Lacerte or ProSeries preferred
- Strong accounting fundamentals: financial statements, account classifications, reconciliations
- Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills for organizing financial data and schedules
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Comfortable working within a U.S. firm environment: professional communication, review processes, deadlines, and time tracking
- Experience with U.S.-based companies or accounting firms strongly preferred
- Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is a plus but not required
- CPA designation is not required

Adecuado Candidate You've been preparing U.S. tax returns independently and know your way around 1040s, 1120s, and 1065s. You're organized, accurate, and proactive about flagging issues before they become problems. You take honest ownership of your time and your work, communicate clearly with a remote U.S. team, and handle sensitive client information with discretion.

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