(Remote) Seasonal Tax Reviewer

CliftonLarsonAllen; Cedar Rapids (IA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top national professional services firm is seeking an experienced Seasonal Tax Reviewer to ensure tax return accuracy and compliance. This role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience and a CPA designation. The selected candidate will work in a collaborative environment and will interact with clients frequently to gather information and provide guidance. The position offers a competitive wage range and supports the well-being of its employees with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health benefits

401k

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant experience required.
• CPA is required (JD or Enrolled Agent is acceptable in lieu).

Responsibilities

• Review prepared tax returns for errors and discrepancies.
• Provide guidance on tax matters to tax preparers.
• Interface with client personnel on accounting and tax principles.
• Contact clients to gather necessary information for tax returns.
• Ensure necessary signatures and documentation are present.

Skills

Attention to detail

Tax law knowledge

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Overview

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you. CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

CLA is seeking to hire an experienced Seasonal Tax Reviewer to join our talented tax team. The position offers flexibility and a collaborative work environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of tax returns for individuals, businesses, partnerships, or trusts. They also act as a technical resource and point of escalation for complex tax questions. This role is intended for casual and/or seasonal family members.

Responsibilities

• Review prepared tax returns for individuals, businesses, partnerships, or trusts, checking for errors or discrepancies, and ensuring that all necessary documentation is included.
• Provide guidance to tax preparers on tax matters and act as a technical resource for complex tax questions.
• Frequently interface with client personnel to review and apply accounting and tax principles
• Contact clients by phone or email to gather necessary information.
• Review files to ensure that they possess the necessary signatures, contain the necessary supporting documentation, and comply with filing due dates
• Obtain proper filing extensions when necessary
• Perform detailed review on tax returns, research, and compliance work with an emphasis on calculations, accounting theory, and tax law compliance, depending on experience.
• Perform all work in compliance with the firm’s policies and procedures
• Maintain technical tax skills through on the job training and participation in internal tax training sessions
• Conduct complex tax research and continue to abreast of current tax laws and regulations.
• Assist clients with tax planning and business strategy.
• Provide training and supervision to junior family members.

What you will need

• 7 years of relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's degree is required.
  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred.
• CPA is required (JD or Enrolled Agent is acceptable in lieu).

The wage range for this position in Minnesota is: $52.00 - 77.00

The wage range for this position in Illinois is: $54 - 79.00

Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.

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Wellness and Benefits

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more. To view a complete list of benefits click here.