Remote Seasonal Tax Preparer - Jan-Apr 2027

Baker Tilly US; Delaware; On-site; USD 24,796 - 56,481; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation andBenefits

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a Seasonal Tax Preparer to join its remote team from January through April 2027. You will prepare individual and fiduciary returns in a fully paperless environment, focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and non-client-facing work.

This role is ideal for candidates with foundational tax knowledge who want to deepen experience in a fast-paced, quality-driven setting, with strong emphasis on confidentiality and teamwork within a centralized remote process.

Qualifications

• Must have participated in a previous BT Prep Tax Season.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to obtain an IRS issued PTIN prior to start date.
• Availability to work minimum 30 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM local time; schedule must span at least 4 days/week with minimum 4 consecutive hours/day)
• Commitment to work early February through early April 2027.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
• Solid reading comprehension and ability to interpret tax documentation.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Basic understanding of tax and accounting terminology.

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

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking a Seasonal Tax Preparer to join its remote team from January through April 2027. You will prepare individual and fiduciary returns in a fully paperless environment, focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and non-client-facing work.

This role is ideal for candidates with foundational tax knowledge who want to deepen experience in a fast-paced, quality-driven setting, with strong emphasis on confidentiality and teamwork within a centralized remote process.