***Seasonal Tax Associate || 100% Remote***

Vaco by Highspring; California; On-site; USD 41,328 - 42,705; Part time

Job summary

A staffing and consulting firm is looking for a Seasonal Tax Associate to work remotely. This entry-level position requires at least 2 years of experience in filing tax returns and excellent customer service skills. As a Tax Associate, you'll maintain confidentiality, interact with clients through video communication, and ensure all tax-related inquiries are addressed. The role promises competitive pay from $30 to $31 per hour for a minimum of 20 hours per week, emphasizing client happiness and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience filing 30 or more federal and state individual 1040 tax returns using software.
• Passionate about helping clients navigate tax complexities.
• Willing to obtain required state licenses and active PTIN.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidential business information securely.
• Utilize resources to provide accurate answers to customers.
• Interact with customers via video communication.

Skills

Customer service skills

Experience filing federal and state tax returns

Communication skills

Tools

Commercial tax preparation software

Job description

Seasonal Tax Associate || 100% Remote

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This range is provided by Vaco by Highspring. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$31.00/hr – $31.00/hr

Must have

Active PTIN

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position: $30/hr – $31/hr. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sensitive customer, confidential and/or proprietary business information in a responsible, reliable, and safe manner.
• Utilize government websites, professional resources, and team expertise to seek out and deliver the right answer to the customer using everyday language.
• Serve in a virtual, customer‑facing role, interacting with customers over state‑of‑the‑art video communication software, documenting interactions to maintain accurate records.
• Interact with customers and team members in a professional manner.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of paid experience filing 30 or more federal and state individual 1040 tax returns, using commercial tax preparation software.
• Passionate about helping clients navigate taxation complexities and committed to enhancing our brand by delighting customers.
• Excellent customer service skills; excited to interact with customers via video and audio tools in a professional, friendly, and confident manner.
• Must possess or be able to obtain any related state licenses, certificates, permits, or bonds and an active PTIN.
• Willing to obtain a secure internet connection that meets security criteria.
• Available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, spread across three or more days.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Analyst

Industry

• Investment Management

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