Experienced Tax Preparer

Remote or In-office

About Us

We are a dynamic, consultative, and enterprising law firm seeking to add an Experienced Tax Preparer (non-CPA) to our happy, highly reputable, and growing team. We focus on and value collaboration within our teams and enjoy exposure to a variety of professional services that extend beyond traditional tax compliance.

Our practice is focused on advisory services in addition to the traditional work of preparing tax returns, with varied daily work. Clients are individuals and business owners with sophisticated tax, business planning, and related tax compliance needs.

Our firm culture is friendly, warm, and focused on interpersonal relationships – we laugh a lot and try to make every day a good day. Our team comes from a variety of backgrounds with diverse personal interests, and while client work is important and we hold ourselves to high service standards, our family and outside interests and activities are just as valued. 

The Opportunity

The position is for a contract hire of an Experienced Tax Preparer, and there is an opportunity for employment if desired. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys collaborating with others, but who can work independently, and who enjoys the work of organizing records, the challenge of completing the “puzzle” of tax returns, and the satisfaction of completing assignments.

You would be valued for your hard work and efforts, and your position would be a valued part of our firm's growth plan.

You would be part of the firm's Tax Team, and be part of the larger firm team supported and mentored by our Firm Administrator.

There is also an opportunity for growth in the position and promotion as the firm grows, as you expand the scope of the position, or if outperform our expectations.

Please respond to this post with interest by submitting (1) a cover letter with reference to "Tax Preparer" and (2) a current resume in PDF format.

$26 - $30 hourly DOE

Our ideal candidate will be a tax return preparer with 3 to 5 years of experience.

In this position, you will:

• Prepare federal and state tax returns of varying complexities for businesses (Forms 1120, 1120-S, and 1065); individuals (Forms 1040 and 709); trusts (Form 1041); and estates (Form 706)
• Prepare tax projections/estimates
• Collaborate and interact with our Tax Team members during the process of return preparation for our clients

Personal Characteristics and Other Considerations

• Naturally curious, organized, and analytical
• Comfortable with working within a fast-paced environment and the typical "tax season" demands
• Attentive to and focused on the accuracy of work and details
• Desire to work both independently and collaboratively
• Dependable, accountable, and flexible
• A natural desire to learn and grow
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient with technology
• Personal work ethic focused on "doing your best"

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years experience as a Tax Preparer
• Willingness to work increased, but reasonable, hours during typical “tax seasons.”
• Experience with tax preparation and projection software (experience with UltraTax CS a plus)
• Enrolled Agent Certificate preferred, but not required

Please only apply if you have experience working as a Tax Preparer.

About The Firm

Our main office is in Bainbridge Island, Washington, with an office in Kirkland, Washington. We have a reputation for caring for our clients and providing top-notch professional services. The firm owner consistently ranks at the top of the annual Best of Bainbridge poll as one of the top three CPAs or attorneys in the community by a vote of its residents. Our clients think of us first when they need counsel and appreciate our genuine care for their interests and our expertise in a variety of areas. We have a professional and welcoming approach, with high standards for our work.