Senior Tax Preparer - (ZR_24493_JOB)

This is a remote position.

Role Name: Senior Tax Preparer & Future Team Lead

Schedule:

• 35-40 hours per week standard, up to 70-80 hours during the busy season January-April
  

Client Time zone: US Eastern Time

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced tax professional to join a forward-thinking accounting firm as a Senior Tax Preparer with clear advancement potential to team leadership. You'll work independently on complex tax returns while becoming an integral part of a collaborative team that values critical thinking and professional growth. The role offers the unique opportunity to evolve from individual contributor to team manager, with the potential to oversee junior staff and build your own department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete diverse tax returns including business, individual, trust, and non-profit returns with minimal supervision
  

• Analyze complex tax situations and proactively identify potential issues and optimization opportunities
  

• Review and mentor work prepared by junior team members before partner review
  

• Communicate professionally with clients via email regarding documentation needs and tax-related inquiries
  

• Manage seasonal workload fluctuations, working extended hours during the busy season (January-April)
  

• Participate in daily team communications and strategic planning sessions
  

• Gradually assume team leadership responsibilities as you demonstrate expertise and reliability
  

• Utilize electronic document management systems and client portals for seamless workflow integration
  

• Collaborate directly with firm partners on high-level tax planning and complex cases
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in tax preparation across multiple return types with demonstrated ability to work independently
  

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail and accuracy
  

• Excellent written English communication skills for professional client correspondence
  

• Self-motivated professional with a career-focused mindset and strong work ethic
  

• Technology proficiency for electronic workflows and document management systems
  

• Ability to adapt quickly to new software and client-specific processes (Pro Series experience preferred)
  

• Flexibility to work extended hours during busy season while maintaining quality standards
  

• Leadership potential with interest in mentoring and managing junior staff members
  

• Commitment to long-term career growth within a collaborative team environment
  

Benefits

• Permanent work from home
  
• Immediate hiring
  
• Steady freelance job