Experienced Tax Preparer

Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Experienced Tax Preparer to join our dynamic team!

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, small businesses, and corporations using advanced tax software and accounting tools such as QuickBooks
• Review financial documents, including income statements, balance sheets, and bookkeeping records to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Analyze client financial data to identify potential deductions, credits, and planning opportunities that maximize benefits
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and regulations to provide compliant advice and prepare timely filings
• Assist clients with tax planning strategies, financial analysis, and resolving IRS or state tax issues
• Maintain organized records of all client documents, correspondence, and filing history for audit readiness
• Collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries promptly and professionally

Skills

• Experience with tax preparation for individuals - experience with small businesses tax preparation, including familiarity with public accounting practices, a plus!
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks preferred. Drake Tax and Financial Cents software experience a plus!
• Basic understanding of financial concepts, corporate accounting, bookkeeping, and technical accounting principles
• Excellent analysis skills to interpret complex financial data accurately
• Competence in using 10 key typing skills for efficient data entry and document processing
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly while providing outstanding customer service
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review and correct own work for precision before submitting for review
• Solid math skills combined with analysis expertise to ensure precise calculations and reporting

About Us

We are a small and growing firm that works closely with many small local businesses and non-profits. We strongly believe in work/life balance and family first - and we provide a flexible work schedule to match, including the possibility for some remote work after initial probation period.

We enjoy a less formal office environment where we treat clients as close friends and co-workers as family. We strive to show our staff appreciation for work well done. We offer a competitive base salary with a strong pay-for-performance merit system, providing opportunities for compensation increases based on achievements rather than just tenure.

Join us if you enjoy serving your local community and want to work in a friendly, supportive team environment! Email resumes to Paige at tax@joyfulservices1.com.

Pay: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person