Tax Reviewer (Seasonal)

SVA Certified Public Accountants, S.C.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

SVA Certified Public Accountants, S.C. is seeking a seasonal tax reviewer to join our team in Madison, WI or Brookfield, WI. The role focuses on reviewing tax returns and client documentation during the January–April peak, with 20–40+ hours per week depending on needs.

Training on SVA software is provided, and comfort with technology is essential. Responsibilities include reviewing federal and state returns, ensuring accuracy, and coordinating with senior staff.

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing individual tax returns (federal/state).
• Familiarity with online return preparation platforms.
• Comfort with technology and electronic document handling.

Responsibilities

• Review client documents for federal and state returns.
• Review income tax returns for accuracy and completeness.
• Communicate findings with internal tax leaders to ensure quality work.
• Process documents electronically using designated software.
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with laws and policies.
• Take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Tax review

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SVA software

Job description

Are you looking for part or full-time seasonal accounting work at a certified Great Place to Work? SVA has a fantastic and flexible opportunity based out of our Madison, WI or Brookfield, WI locations for someone to join our team as a seasonal tax reviewer (typically January through April). This position will be responsible for reviewing tax returns and reviewing client documentation. This role requires knowledge of federal and state individual income tax regulations and experience preparing and/or reviewing tax returns. Training on SVA software and processes is provided, but a comfort level with technology is a must, including experience preparing returns online. Specific responsibilities include:

100% Client Work

• Review documentation submitted by client for inclusion in federal and state tax returns.
• Review income tax returns to ensure accuracy in an efficient manner.
• Communicate with internal tax leaders to provide a complete work product.
• Work efficiently with electronic documents using designated computer applications.
• Maintain confidentiality with client information in accordance with related laws and regulations and adhere to all SVA policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

This position reports to an in-charge accountant and/or the firm’s principals. This position does not have supervisory responsibility, but will provide staff feedback to those preparing assigned work.

Seasonal Tax Reviewers typically start working around the end of January through approximately April 15 and may return each year depending on SVA's needs and the preparer's availability. After some initial training, hours are flexible and this position could work between 20-40+ hours/ week depending on availability.

SVA is certified as a great workplace by the Great Place to Work® institute.

SVA participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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