Seasonal Tax Reviewer

Honkamp, P.C.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Exposure to a wide range of clients

Flexible schedule

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Honkamp, P.C. seeks a seasonal tax reviewer to support a diverse client base during the January through mid-April busy season. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, 5+ years of tax review experience, and strong knowledge of tax codes.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax software is required. This on-site position in Cedar Rapids, IA offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative, ethical firm culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax codes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs.
• Proficiency with tax software.

Responsibilities

• Review tax returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Verify supporting documentation, schedules, and calculations to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Identify and resolve errors, discrepancies, or missing information before final submission.
• Provide effective feedback and guidance to preparers for corrections or improvements.
• Stay current with tax law changes and apply updates during reviews.
• Collaborate with tax preparers and team members to meet client expectations and firm deadlines.
• Ensure returns are filed timely and in accordance with firm policies and quality standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive client information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Job description

Who We Are:

Honkamp, P.C. is a Top 10 Midwest CPA and business advisory group (Accounting Today, 2025). We add value for our clients by providing forward-thinking, effective and timely services and solutions.

Inside our firm, the collaborative, people-focused culture encourages mutual respect, open communication and ongoing learning. Honkamp fosters innovation, diversity, ethics, and integrity to strengthen our organization and our people, and to respond to our clients' needs. With our wide range of services and clients, you'll work on projects that matter as part of the Honkamp team.

A Typical Day in the Life:

As a seasonal tax reviewer, you will review tax returns for a diverse client base. This position runs from approximately January through mid-April.

Responsibilities may include:

• Review tax returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws
• Verify supporting documentation, schedules, and calculations to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Identify and resolve errors, discrepancies, or missing information before final submission
• Provide effective feedback and guidance to preparers for corrections or improvements
• Stay current with tax law changes and apply updates during reviews
• Collaborate with tax preparers and team members to meet client expectations and firm deadlines
• Ensure returns are filed timely and in accordance with firm policies and quality standards
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive client information

This Role may be for you if

you have strong attention to detail and enjoy spotting errors or inconsistencies while managing deadlines in a fast-paced environment!

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; CPA preferred
• 5+ years of prior experience in tax preparation and review
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax codes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs
• Proficiency with tax software

Top Benefits and Perks:

As a seasonal employee, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities to grow professionally

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