Seasonal Tax Preparer

Porte Brown LLC; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Porte Brown LLC is seeking an experienced Part-Time Tax Preparer in Illinois to join our team. The role suits professionals returning to the workforce or seeking flexible or seasonal hours, focusing on the technical and client-service side of tax preparation—without sales pressure.

You will assist with preparing and reviewing individual tax returns (1040) while staying current with tax laws and maintaining client confidentiality. Flexible scheduling and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience preparing individual tax returns (1040) preferred.
• CPA or EA certification preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of tax preparation software.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently prepare and review individual tax returns (1040).
• Communicate with clients to obtain information, identify savings opportunities, and clarify questions.
• Stay current with tax laws and regulations relevant to assigned work.
• Collaborate with other preparers, reviewers and partners to ensure quality.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information professionally.

Skills

Tax prep

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Elk Grove Village, McHenry, Elgin, Woodridge, IL

We are seeking an experienced Part-Time Tax Preparer to join our team. This role is ideal for professionals returning to the workforce, those seeking flexible or seasonal hours, or anyone who enjoys the technical and client-service side of tax preparation — without the pressure of sales or commission-based work.

As a member of our tax team, you will assist with preparing and reviewing individual tax returns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Efficiently prepare and review individual (1040) tax returns.
• Communicate with clients to obtain necessary information, identify tax saving opportunities, andclarify tax related questions.
• Stay current with tax laws and regulations relevant to assigned work.
• Collaborate with other preparers, reviewers, and partners to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information with professionalism.

Requirements

• 5+ years (preferred) of experience preparing individual tax returns - public accounting or independent experience welcome.
• CPA or EA certification preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of tax preparation software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Problem solving and analytical thinking abilities.
• Part-time (starting at 20–25 hours per week, flexible scheduling).
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience — not commission-based.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment — no sales.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible schedule ideal for work-life balance or re-entry into the workforce.
• Collaborative, respectful team that values your expertise.
• Opportunities for seasonal return each tax year.