Seasonal Senior Tax Accountant

The Accounting Guys; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on training

Potential for full-time roles

Job summary

A tax firm in Provo is seeking a seasonal tax preparer. Responsibilities include preparing individual and business tax returns with accuracy, conducting tax research, and communicating with clients. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, have 2+ years of tax experience, and be proficient in tools like UltraTax, Excel, and QuickBooks. This position offers competitive compensation based on experience and the potential for recurring seasonal work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• CPA license preferred with recent tax experience of 2+ years.
• Experience with UltraTax is a plus.
• Experience with UltraTax a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns accurately.
• Research federal and state tax issues and provide summaries.
• Communicate with clients to collect necessary documents.
• Communicate with clients to collect documents and clarify positions.
• Assist partners and staff during peak season.
• Stay current with tax law changes.

Skills

Tax return preparation

Research skills

Client communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in QuickBooks

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA license or CPA candidate

Tools

UltraTax

Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

What you will do (Seasonal Focus)

• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns (1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065) with accuracy and speed
• Research federal and state tax issues and summarize findings for internal review
• Respond to IRS and state agency notices as needed
• Communicate with clients to collect documents, clarify tax positions, and ensure smooth filing
• Work closely with partners and tax staff to manage daily workload during peak season
• Maintain awareness of current tax law changes relevant to seasonal filing.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field (required)
• CPA license or CPA candidate (preferred)
• 2+ years recent tax experience (public accounting or high‑volume tax prep preferred)
• Experience with UltraTax (a plus)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• High efficiency, accuracy, and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks
• Adaptability and comfort learning new systems quickly
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines

Why work with us

Even as a seasonal team member, you’ll experience the culture that keeps our staff returning year after year:

• Supportive, collaborative, and fast‑paced tax team
• A firm known for mentorship, professional respect, and recognition
• Hands‑on training to help you feel confident and prepared
• Opportunity for recurring seasonal work — many of our seasonal staff return annually
• Seasonal staff may be considered for full‑time roles based on performance and firm needs

Work Schedule

• Full-time seasonal hours.
• Overtime opportunities may be available during peak weeks

Compensation

Competitive seasonal compensation based on experience and qualifications. Senior‑level candidates may start at the high end of our seasonal range.