Remote Seasonal Tax Preparer (Feb–Apr)

Baker Tilly; Athens (GA); Remote; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Baker Tilly invites applications for a Seasonal Tax Preparer role to prepare individual or fiduciary returns in a fully paperless environment. This non-client-facing position emphasizes accuracy, consistency, and efficiency within a remote team.

Ideal candidates have foundational tax knowledge, are detail-focused, and can commit to February through April 2027. The role requires availability for at least 30 hours per week, Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM local time, across four days with four

Qualifications

• Foundational tax knowledge and ability to follow standardized procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain IRS PTIN prior to start date.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tax preparation

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Critical thinking

Tax terminology

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Baker Tilly invites applications for a Seasonal Tax Preparer role to prepare individual or fiduciary returns in a fully paperless environment. This non-client-facing position emphasizes accuracy, consistency, and efficiency within a remote team.

Ideal candidates have foundational tax knowledge, are detail-focused, and can commit to February through April 2027. The role requires availability for at least 30 hours per week, Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM local time, across four days with four