Temporary Tax Associate

GHJ•Huntington Beach, CA

17d•$40 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A busy CPA firm is seeking a Temporary Tax Associate to provide immediate support during a high-volume tax season. This is a great opportunity for an experienced tax professional who can step in quickly, make an immediate impact, and potentially transition into a permanent role. The Temporary Tax Associate will prepare business tax returns, support year-round tax compliance, and work closely with a collaborative team to help manage a busy client workload. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and ready to contribute from day one.

Requirements

Proven experience preparing corporate and partnership tax returns
Proficiency with QuickBooks Online
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced CPA firm environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

CPA, EA, or progress toward licensure is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Prepare corporate (C-Corp and S-Corp) and partnership tax returns
Assist with ongoing tax compliance and related tax projects
Utilize QuickBooks Online to support tax preparation and reconcile client financial data
Manage multiple client engagements while meeting deadlines
Collaborate with the accounting team to help reduce backlog and support seasonal workload
Maintain accuracy and compliance throughout the tax preparation process