Tax Preparer

Ledger Rite; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledger Rite is a Saline, Michigan-based accounting firm providing professional tax and financial services to individuals and businesses. The Tax Preparer role is full-time and on-site in Saline, MI, focused on preparing and reviewing tax returns while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Responsibilities include gathering client data, verifying documentation, identifying deductions, and communicating with clients.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Ability to interpret tax regulations and apply guidelines.
• Understanding of income statements and balance sheets.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Prior tax or accounting experience in public practice preferred.
• CPA or EA credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns.
• Gather and analyze client financial information.
• Verify documentation and identify deductions and credits.
• Communicate with clients to clarify questions and gather data.
• Maintain accurate records and support the team during peak tax seasons.
• Stay current on tax law changes and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Tax Preparation

Tax Law

Financial Statements

Finance Basics

Public accounting experience

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Company Description

Ledger Rite is an accounting firm headquartered in Saline, Michigan, serving individuals and businesses with professional financial and tax services. Located at 200 W Michigan Ave, the company focuses on accurate, compliant, and timely financial reporting. Ledger Rite offers a collaborative environment where team members work closely with clients to meet their accounting and tax needs. The firm values integrity, attention to detail, and strong client relationships, creating a stable setting for tax professionals to grow their careers.

Role Description

The Tax Preparer role at Ledger Rite is a full-time, on-site position based in Saline, MI. In this role, the Tax Preparer prepares and reviews individual and business tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. Day-to-day tasks include gathering and analyzing financial information from clients, verifying documentation, and identifying potential tax deductions and credits. The Tax Preparer will communicate with clients to clarify tax-related questions, maintain accurate records, and support the team during peak tax seasons. This position also involves staying current on tax law changes and contributing to process improvements to enhance service quality.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Tax Preparation and Tax, including experience preparing individual and business returns.


• Candidates should possess skills in Tax Law, with the ability to interpret and apply relevant regulations and guidelines.


• Candidates should possess skills related to Financial Statements, including understanding income statements, balance sheets, and supporting schedules.


• Candidates should possess skills in Finance, including basic financial analysis and understanding of accounting principles.


• Relevant qualifications include prior experience in tax or accounting roles, preferably in a public accounting or tax preparation environment.


• Additional beneficial qualifications include proficiency with tax preparation software, strong numerical and analytical skills, and excellent written and verbal communication.


• An associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred; professional certifications (e.g., EA, CPA) are a plus.


• Ability to work on-site full-time, manage multiple deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and provide respectful, client-focused service.