Tax Preparer

Insight Global; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Tax & Accounting Professional for a respected public accounting client in the tax and financial services industry. You will prepare and review a variety of tax returns, conduct tax research, and assist with client tax planning strategies to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role offers a fast-paced environment with opportunities for extended hours during tax season and potential year‑round work for those interested in financial statement preparation and accounting

Qualifications

• 3+ years of tax preparation experience.
• Experience preparing Corporate, Partnership, S-Corporation, or Individual tax returns.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to organize and review client financial data.
• Willingness to work extended hours during tax season (Jan–Apr).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review a variety of tax returns for clients.
• Conduct tax research to support planning and compliance.
• Assist with client tax planning strategies and tax notices.
• Ensure compliance with current tax regulations and standards.
• Potential for year‑round full‑time work with financial statement preparation services.

Skills

Tax preparation

Tax returns (corp/partnership/SCorp/ID

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Tax research

Education

CPA or EA license or willingness to pursue certification

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Tax & Accounting Professional for a respected public accounting client in the tax and financial services industry. This individual will play a key role in preparing and reviewing a variety of tax returns, conducting tax research, assisting with client tax planning strategies, and ensuring compliance with current tax regulations. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented tax professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and thrives during busy tax seasons. This opportunity offers flexibility outside of tax season, strong benefits, professional development support, and the potential for year-round full-time work for candidates interested in financial statement preparation and accounting services.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of tax preparation experience
• Experience preparing: Corporate, Partnership, S-Corporation, or Individual tax returns
• CPA or EA license, or willingness to pursue certification
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities
• Ability to organize and review client financial data
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a busy environment
• Willingness to work extended hours during tax season (January through April)

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Active CPA license OR Active Enrolled Agent (EA) credential
• Experience with tax planning and tax research
• Experience responding to tax notices
• Financial statement preparation experience
• General accounting services experience