Remote Seasonal Tax Preparer - 1040/1041 (Jan-Apr 2027)

Baker Tilly (US); Minnesota; Remote; USD 24,796 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Fully remote role

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a Seasonal Tax Preparer for a remote, January 2027 to April 2027 engagement in the United States. The role focuses on preparing individual and fiduciary returns (Form 1040/1041) in a fully paperless environment with no client-facing duties.

Ideal candidates have foundational tax knowledge, attention to detail, and willingness to follow standardized procedures. You must be able to work at least 30 hours per week across four days, Mon–Fri, during core hours in local time.

Qualifications

• Must have participated in a previous BT Prep Tax Season.
• Ability to obtain an IRS issued PTIN prior to start date.
• Availability to work minimum 30 hours/week Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM local time.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual income tax returns (Form 1040 and/or 1041, along with related schedules) with accuracy and efficiency in a high-volume environment.
• Process client financial data using tax preparation software.
• Apply firm policies, tax regulations, and standardized procedures to deliver high-quality returns.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with firm standards.
• Collaborate within a centralized, fully remote team environment while managing individual productivity goals.
• Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptation throughout the tax season.
• Identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information and note questions internally as needed.
• Maintain organized electronic files and documentation.
• Meet productivity, accuracy, and turnaround expectations during peak filing periods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Critical thinking

Tax terminology basics

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Tax preparation software

Job description

Baker Tilly US is seeking a Seasonal Tax Preparer for a remote, January 2027 to April 2027 engagement in the United States. The role focuses on preparing individual and fiduciary returns (Form 1040/1041) in a fully paperless environment with no client-facing duties.

Ideal candidates have foundational tax knowledge, attention to detail, and willingness to follow standardized procedures. You must be able to work at least 30 hours per week across four days, Mon–Fri, during core hours in local time.