Seasonal Remote Experienced Tax Accountant

Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd; Naperville (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal remote work

Competitive hourly compensation

Flexible scheduling during tax season

Professional training and resources

Support from experienced CPA team

Collaborative remote environment

Virtual team-building activities

Job summary

Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd., a Naperville, Illinois CPA firm, seeks an experienced CPA/EA/Tax Accountant or Tax Preparer for the 2027 tax season. This is a fully remote, seasonal position with flexible scheduling and 30+ hours per week during tax season.

Candidates should have strong public accounting experience, a recent tax return background, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote team. Remote U.S. applicants are welcome.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of public accounting experience.
• Recent experience preparing and reviewing income tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state income tax rules.
• Experience with Forms 1120-S, 1065, and 1041.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks Online.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual federal and state income tax returns (Form 1040).
• Prepare and review S corporation income tax returns (Form 1120-S).
• Prepare and review partnership income tax returns (Form 1065).
• Prepare and review trust and estate income tax returns (Form 1041).
• Research federal and state tax questions and assist with tax planning.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities for clients.
• Assist with tax consulting and client communications.
• Prepare income tax basis financial statements when needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients and members of the firm.
• Manage assigned work independently while remaining engaged with the remote team.
• Work with Lacerte, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office, ShareFile, and OfficeTools

Skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Time management

Remote work capability

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Lacerte Tax Software

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks Online

ShareFile

OfficeTools

Job description

Location: Remote (U.S.)
Position Type: Seasonal | January–April 2027
Compensation: $40–$65 per hour, depending on experience and classification
Schedule: 30+ hours per week during tax season

Join Our Tax Team

Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd., an established CPA firm located in downtown Naperville, Illinois, is looking for an experienced CPA, Enrolled Agent (EA), Tax Accountant, or Tax Preparer to join our team for the 2027 tax season.

This is a seasonal, fully remote position with a flexible schedule for a tax professional with strong public accounting experience and, ideally, recent experience preparing and reviewing income tax returns. The position is well suited for an experienced professional who can manage assigned tax work independently while working collaboratively with a remote CPA firm.

Qualified seasonal employees and independent contractors throughout the United States are welcome to apply.

About Elder Hanson & Company

Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd. is a small, technology-focused CPA firm providing personalized tax and accounting services to individuals, business owners, and closely held businesses.

Our services include income tax preparation and planning, bookkeeping, payroll, financial statement preparation, and business consulting. We emphasize technology, professional development, teamwork in order to give our professionals the resources needed to provide quality accounting and tax services to our clients.

What We Offer

• Seasonal remote work with an established CPA firm
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Flexible scheduling during tax season
• Professional training and technical resources
• Support from an experienced CPA team
• Collaborative remote work environment
• Virtual team-building activities and social events

Tax Preparation & Review Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual federal and state income tax returns (Form 1040)
• Prepare and review S corporation income tax returns (Form 1120-S)
• Prepare and review partnership income tax returns (Form 1065)
• Prepare and review trust and estate income tax returns (Form 1041)
• Research federal and state tax questions and assist with tax planning
• Identify tax-saving opportunities for clients
• Assist with tax consulting and client communications
• Prepare income tax basis financial statements when needed
• Communicate effectively with clients and members of the firm
• Manage assigned work independently while remaining engaged with the remote team
• Work with Lacerte, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office, ShareFile, and OfficeTools

Qualifications

Required

• 7+ years of public accounting experience
• Recent experience preparing and reviewing income tax returns
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Strong experience with individual income tax returns, particularly Form 1040
• Experience with Forms 1120-S, 1065, and 1041
• Solid knowledge of federal and state income tax rules
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tax-season deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks Online

Preferred

• Active CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation
• Experience using Lacerte Tax Software
• Experience with multi-state income tax returns
• Tax research, planning, and consulting experience
• Experience working in a remote public accounting environment

2027 Tax Season Schedule

• January through April 2027
• Fully remote within the United States
• Approximately 30+ hours per week during tax season
• Additional hours may be available during peak periods
• Flexible scheduling based on workload and filing deadlines