Temporary Tax Preparer, BT Prep
Baker Tilly US
About the Role
- Temporary position from February 1, 2027 – April 15, 2027.
- Remote, seasonal role preparing individual or fiduciary tax returns.
- Focus on accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in a fully paperless environment.
- Ideal for candidates with foundational tax knowledge eager to deepen experience.
- Non-client-facing role.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare individual income tax returns (Form 1040 and/or 1041, along with related schedules) with accuracy and efficiency in a high-volume environment.
- Process client financial data using tax preparation software.
- Apply firm policies, tax regulations, and standardized procedures.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client information.
- Collaborate within a centralized, fully remote team environment.
- Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptation.
- Identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information and note questions internally.
- Maintain organized electronic files and documentation.
- Meet productivity, accuracy, and turnaround expectations during peak filing periods.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Tax preparation software
- IRS-issued PTIN (ability to obtain prior to start date)
Qualifications
- Previous tax preparation experience highly preferred.
- High School degree required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Availability to work minimum 30 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM local time; schedule must span at least 4 days/week with minimum 4 consecutive hours/day).
- Commitment to work early February through early April 2027.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to follow structured processes.
- Solid reading comprehension and ability to interpret tax documentation.
- Critical thinking skills.
- Basic understanding of tax and accounting terminology.