Seasonal Tax Preparer

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Minneapolis, MN

39d•$27 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

CLA is seeking to hire an experienced Seasonal Tax Preparer to join their talented tax team. This position offers flexibility and a collaborative work environment. The role involves preparing tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, or estates, playing a key role in helping clients comply with tax laws and regulations while minimizing tax liabilities and maximizing tax savings.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
1 year of relevant experience in tax return preparation preferred.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare 1040 forms for individual income tax returns and files tax returns electronically or by mail.
Maintain accurate records of tax returns and related documents.
Ensure tax return compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
Calculate tax liabilities and refunds based on provided information.
Identify and apply available tax deductions, credits, or exemptions.
Perform detailed reviews on tax returns, research, and compliance work with an emphasis on calculations, accounting theory, and tax law compliance.
Maintain technical tax skills through continuing professional education, on-the-job training, and participation in internal tax training sessions.
Perform tax research where appropriate.
Collect and organize tax-related documents, such as income statements, expense receipts, and investment records.
Enter data from tax documents into tax preparation software.
Communicate directly with clients to answer questions and provide guidance on tax-related matters.
Record billable time in the billing system to ensure timely client billing/invoicing.