Seasonal Remote Experienced Tax Accountant / CPA / EA
About The Position
Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd. is hiring an experienced tax professional for a seasonal, remote role supporting clients during the 2027 tax filing season. The engagement runs from January through April 2027 and is open to U.S.-based candidates. Candidates may work as seasonal employees or independent contractors. The role requires at least 30 hours per week during tax season, with flexible scheduling around client deadlines and workload requirements and the possibility of additional hours during peak filing periods. Pay is $40–$65 per hour, based on experience and worker classification. The successful candidate will prepare and review individual, S corporation, partnership, and trust and estate income tax returns; research tax issues; support tax planning and consulting; respond to client questions; and prepare income tax basis financial statements as needed. The position also involves organizing and completing engagements independently while coordinating with a remote team and communicating professionally with clients and colleagues. Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd. is an established CPA firm based in downtown Naperville, Illinois, serving individuals, business owners, and closely held businesses. Its services include tax preparation and planning, bookkeeping, payroll, financial statement preparation, and business consulting. The firm uses technology-driven processes alongside personalized client service and emphasizes continuing education, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and professional development.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of public accounting experience.
- Recent, practical experience preparing and reviewing income tax returns.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
- Strong background in individual income tax returns, especially Form 1040.
- Working experience with S corporation, partnership, and trust and estate returns.
- Knowledge of federal and state income tax laws and filing requirements.
- Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Effective written communication and client service skills.
- Ability to prioritize assignments and meet filing deadlines.
- Comfortable working independently in a remote setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks Online.
- Availability for at least 30 hours per week during tax season.
Nice To Haves
- CPA license or Enrolled Agent credential.
- Experience with multistate income tax filings.
- Background in tax research, tax planning, and consulting.
- Previous experience working in a public accounting firm.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review individual federal and state income tax returns (Form 1040).
- Prepare and review S corporation income tax returns (Form 1120-S).
- Prepare and review partnership income tax returns (Form 1065).
- Prepare and review trust and estate income tax returns (Form 1041).
- Research federal and state tax issues and support tax planning efforts.
- Evaluate client situations to identify potential tax savings.
- Assist with tax consulting and respond to client questions.
- Prepare income tax basis financial statements as assignments require.
- Maintain clear, professional communication with clients and colleagues.
- Organize and complete assigned engagements independently while coordinating with the remote team.
- Use Lacerte, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office, ShareFile, and OfficeTools in daily work.
Benefits
- Remote work from anywhere in the United States.
- Flexible scheduling during the busy tax season.
- Competitive hourly pay based on qualifications and experience.
- Access to training, technical resources, and experienced colleagues.
- A collaborative team with an emphasis on professional development.
- Virtual team activities and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
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Career Level
Senior
