Tax Preparer

We are looking for an experienced Tax Preparer to support a busy accounting team in Pelham, New York through a Long-term Contract engagement. This position is fully on-site and is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing tax filings, payroll-related work, and general accounting support in a small firm setting. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on tax knowledge, works accurately under seasonal deadlines, and is available for additional Saturday hours during peak tax season.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review federal and state tax filings for individuals and S corporations with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Process payroll activities and maintain related records to support ongoing client accounting needs.
• Complete write-up assignments by organizing financial information and preparing it for reporting and tax purposes.
• Support a variety of accounting-related projects as business needs arise throughout the engagement.
• Coordinate closely with internal team members to ensure client deliverables are completed within required deadlines.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation to support tax preparation and accounting work.
• Participate in the interview and evaluation process requirements, including completion of skills-based assessments when requested.
• At least 3 years of experience in tax preparation, with stronger consideration given to candidates with 5 or more years in the field.
• Practical experience preparing individual and S corporation tax returns.
• Proficiency with ProSeries software for tax preparation activities.
• Background working in a small accounting or tax firm environment is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently during high-volume periods.
• Availability to work on-site Monday through Friday and additional Saturdays during tax season.
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.