Seasonal Tax Preparer

CliftonLarsonAllen • Atlanta, GA

20h

About The Position

CLA is seeking an experienced Seasonal Tax Preparer to join its tax team. The role prepares tax returns for individual and business clients, or on behalf of trusts and estates, helping taxpayers comply with tax laws and regulations while minimizing liabilities and maximizing savings. The position offers flexibility and a collaborative work environment.

The Tax Preparer prepares individual income tax returns, maintains related records, calculates liabilities and refunds, identifies applicable deductions and credits, and supports compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws. The role may also include detailed return reviews, research, and compliance work. The Tax Preparer maintains technical tax skills through continuing professional education, on-the-job training, and internal tax training. Additional duties include organizing tax documents, entering information into tax preparation software, communicating with clients, and recording billable time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• One year of relevant experience in tax return preparation.
• Associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Form 1040 individual income tax returns and file returns electronically or by mail.
• Maintain accurate records of tax returns and related documents.
• Ensure tax returns comply with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Calculate tax liabilities and refunds using information provided by clients.
• Identify and apply applicable tax deductions, credits, and exemptions.
• Perform detailed tax return reviews, research, and compliance work, including calculations and application of accounting theory and tax law.
• Maintain technical tax skills through continuing professional education, on-the-job training, and internal tax training sessions.
• Perform tax research where appropriate.
• Collect and organize tax-related documents, including income statements, expense receipts, and investment records.
• Enter information from client documents into tax preparation software.
• Communicate directly with clients to answer questions and provide tax-related guidance.
• Record billable time in the billing system to support timely client billing and invoicing.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED