Tax Administrative Assistant

LHH; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

A well-known recruitment firm is seeking a Temporary Tax Administrative Assistant in Fairfax, VA, beginning in January and running through May. Candidates should have at least 1 year of administrative experience and be proficient in MS Office. Responsibilities include reviewing tax documents and preparing them for filing. Knowledge of W-2s and 1099s is preferred. Competitive hourly pay of $21–$23 is offered, with an emphasis on strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of administrative experience preferred.
• Familiarity with tax documents, including 1099s and W-2s, is required.
• Prior experience in a similar administrative role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review client tax documents for accuracy.
• Prepare and organize tax documents.
• Scan and electronically file tax documents.
• Create electronic binders for document storage.
• Upload documents to internal systems.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage time effectively

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tax-related certification (a plus)

Job description

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

Talent Acquisition Specialist | DC, MD, VA | HR & SCL | LHH Recruitment Solutions

LHH is partnering with a well-known public accounting firm in Fairfax, VA, to hire a Temporary Tax Administrative Assistant. This assignment will begin in January and run through May. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of administrative experience and be available to work onsite, Monday through Friday. The hourly pay rate is $21–$23, based on experience. Prior knowledge of W-2s and 1099s is preferred. If you’re interested in learning more, please apply today!

Responsibilities

• Review client tax documents for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare and organize tax documents following established procedures
• Scan and electronically file tax documents
• Create electronic binders for organized document storage
• Upload documents to the appropriate locations within internal systems

Requirements

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Previous experience with 1040 tax documents is preferred
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel for one week of training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or tax-related certification is a plus
• Prior experience in a similar administrative role is preferred
• Familiarity with tax documents, including 1099s and W-2s, is required

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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