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Tax Preparer

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
Tax Preparer – Business & Accounting Focus
Location: On-site Honolulu
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Reports To: Tax Manager/ Partner
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Tax Preparer with a strong background in business taxation and accounting to join our growing firm. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional CPA or EA with 5–7 years of public accounting experience and/or experience as Senior Tax Staff / Senior Tax Preparer or similar. It's critical that you understand the full financial picture: tax compliance, accounting, and advisory, and can work confidently with business owners, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and review federal and state tax returns, including:
Business returns (Forms 1065, 1120S, 1120)
    • Individual returns (Forms 1040)
    • Trust and estate returns (Forms 1041)
  • Analyze financial statements, general ledgers, and accounting records to ensure tax accuracy and compliance
  • Reconcile book-to-tax differences and identify tax planning opportunities
  • Collaborate with accounting and advisory teams to support clients year-round
  • Communicate directly with clients to gather information, clarify issues, and explain tax positions
  • Ensure compliance with IRS regulations, deadlines, and firm quality standards
  • Assist with notices, extensions, and amended returns as needed
  • Support tax planning, projections, and advisory work for business clients
Required Qualifications
  • Strong background in business taxation and accounting
  • Experience with trusts, estates, and multi-entity structures
  • Minimum 5-7 years of tax preparation experience (public accounting preferred)
  • Solid understanding of financial statements, bookkeeping, and GAAP concepts
  • Proficiency with tax software (Lacerte)
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines during tax season
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
CPA, EA, or actively pursuing certification
  • Prior experience working with closely held businesses and high-net-worth clients
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks and other accounting platforms
  • Advisory mindset with interest in long-term client relationships
What We Offer
Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Supportive team culture with a focus on quality and professionalism
  • Exposure to complex and meaningful client work
  • A firm committed to being one of the best places to work

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