Tax Specialist

Peak Retirement Planning, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Retirement Planning, Inc. in Columbus, Ohio, is searching for a skilled tax preparer to manage both individual and business tax returns. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented and able to collaborate effectively with financial advisors.

This role involves maintaining compliance with tax laws, explaining tax obligations to clients, and contributing to an efficient tax operations system. If you're looking for a dynamic environment with growth potential, consider joining our team!

Qualifications

• Proven ability to prepare accurate tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Familiarity with tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Strong collaborative skills to work with financial advisors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accurate tax returns for individuals and business entities.
• Collaborate with financial advisors on tax strategy and optimization.
• Explain tax obligations and refund expectations to clients.

Skills

Tax preparation expertise

Collaboration with financial advisors

Growth mindset

Attention to detail

Tools

Drake tax preparation software

Job description

We are the #1 fastest-growing private company in Columbus, Ohio, by Inc. 5000, and one of the top and youngest financial planning firms in the country. Peak has grown from one team member to over 60 team members in just 4 years. In 2025, we had over 5,400 applicants, we only hired 19. As a scaling start-up, we are very particular to ensure we hire the best and those aligned with our values and intensity. We are not a firm for everyone.

What We Look For

A+ Player

• Elite at what they do. Extremely hard worker. Gritty. Gets things done. Internal need to succeed.
• Dislikes working with B and C players.
• Does not need to be told twice what to do.

Foxhole Team Member

• Has a servant's heart and a purpose bigger than themselves.
• Will help a team member fix a flat on the side of the road at 6am.
• Goes above and beyond to provide a "White Glove Service" to our clients.

Rocketship Mentality

• Excited to join a fast-growing startup with extreme upside.
• Growth Mindset in all areas of life - professionally, personally, physically, and spiritually.
• "Lifer" - those who want to work with us for 30+ years (not just a 9-5 job).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accurate tax returns for individuals and business entities
• Collaborate with financial advisors on tax strategy and optimization
• Familiarity with Drake or similar tax preparation platforms
• Explain tax obligations and refund expectations to clients
• Ensure adherence to all applicable tax laws and filing deadlines
• Keep current with changes in tax policy and inform clients when relevant
• Coordinate with external professionals as needed for complex issues
• Improve efficiency of internal systems related to tax operations
• Respond to audit requests and represent clients in tax-related matters