Enrolled Agent (EA) / Tax Preparer & Tax Representation – Boutique Remote Firm | 3+ Years UltraTax |

Job Description

About Clarity Tax Advisors, Inc.

At Clarity Tax Advisors, Inc., we believe in creating a positive work/life balance where entrepreneurial drive meets quality family time. We reject the grind of 50–60-hour weeks and office politics, putting family and personal growth first. Our mission is to help you be a better person every day while adding real value to everyone you work with.

We are a small boutique Bookkeeping, Accounting, Tax Preparation, and Business Consulting firm dedicated to serving small business owners. Our goal is to empower clients with accurate financial data, expert tax representation, and actionable advice—helping them grow their business and enjoy a more fulfilled life with greater impact in their families and communities.

What We Offer

· Flexible working hours and remote work environment
· Casual dress code
· On-the-job training and ongoing mentorship
· Opportunities for personal and professional growth
· Access to cutting-edge, web-based technology
· Paid time off and tuition reimbursement
· Bonus pay incentives

Position: Enrolled Agent (EA) / Tax Preparer & Tax Representation – Boutique Remote Firm | 3+ Years UltraTax | Temp-to-Hire

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Enrolled Agent (EA) / Tax Preparer & Tax Representation professional to join our growing small boutique tax and advisory firm.

This is a hands-on boutique tax firm role best suited for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and the opportunity to contribute across multiple tax disciplines.

The ideal candidate will have strong public accounting tax experience, a minimum of 3 years of hands-on UltraTax experience, and the ability to manage multiple client tax matters efficiently in a fully remote environment.

Because we are a small boutique firm serving small business owners, this role requires someone who is proactive, adaptable, and comfortable supporting multiple areas of the tax process—from preparing returns to drafting responses for IRS and state notices and assisting with audit and representation matters.

This role will begin as a 60–90 day temp-to-hire position with the opportunity to transition into a long-term role.

Key Responsibilities

· Prepare 1040, 1120S, 1065, and entity tax returns
· Prepare tax workpapers and supporting schedules
· Draft and prepare IRS and state tax notice responses
· Support audit, exam, and tax representation matters
· Assist with IDRs, document requests, and supporting responses
· Identify missing client tax documents and coordinate follow-up
· Support tax projections, estimated payments, and year-end planning
· Communicate with clients regarding missing information, notices, and filing questions
· Assist with tax deadline management and compliance follow-up
· Support multiple areas of tax operations as needed in a boutique firm environment
· Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· Active IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) required
· Minimum 3 years of hands-on UltraTax experience required
· 3+ years of experience in public accounting or tax firm environment
· Strong experience with:

• 1040
• 1120S
• 1065
• K-1s
• multi-entity clients
• IRS and state notices
• · Experience supporting
• tax representation, notices, or audit matters strongly preferred
• · Proficient in Microsoft Excel· Strong organizational and deadline-management skills· Ability to manage multiple client files simultaneously· Clear and professional written communication skills· Self-motivated, task-oriented, and able to work independently· Comfortable working remotely and with technology· Must have a quiet, dedicated home workspace, reliable high-speed internet, and a computer with necessary software/tools installed
• Core Attributes

· Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, consistency, and efficiency
· Highly organized with excellent time-management skills
· Reliable and takes pride in their work
· Strong professional communication skills, able to clearly articulate tax matters and client needs
· Adaptable, fast learner, and comfortable in a fast-paced, remote boutique firm environment
· Proactive in identifying missing information, risks, and tax planning opportunities
· Comfortable wearing multiple hats and supporting a variety of tax-related responsibilities

Job Details

· Full-time, remote position
· Temp-to-hire (60–90 days) with long-term growth opportunity
· Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
· Flexible schedule with availability required Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm PST for team collaboration and tax-related questions
· This position is only open to candidates authorized to work and located in the United States
· Candidates must have a dedicated home workspace, reliable internet connection, and access to a computer with up-to-date software capable of running UltraTax, Microsoft Office, Zoom, and communication tools

Benefits

· Flexible schedule
· Paid time off
· Professional development assistance
· Tuition reimbursement

Schedule

· Monday to Friday
· Flexible hours outside core collaboration window

Supplemental Pay

· Bonus opportunities
· Busy season incentives

Work Location

· Remote

Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• How many years of hands-on UltraTax experience do you have?
• Have you prepared 1040, 1120S, and 1065 returns in public accounting?
• Have you drafted IRS/state notice responses or audit support letters?

Work Location: Remote