Temporary Tax Associate: Returns & Compliance

Coda Search│Staffing; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Temporary Tax Associate to support their accounting team during the busy season. This role involves preparing and reviewing tax returns and assisting with compliance projects. The ideal candidate has 1-5 years of relevant tax experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, and strong analytical and organizational skills. The position offers a pay range of $25.00/hr to $40.00/hr on a contract basis.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of relevant tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax department.
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax regulations.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, corporate, and/or partnership tax returns.
• Assist in gathering and organizing tax-related financial data.
• Perform reconciliations of tax accounts to ensure compliance.
• Support quarterly and annual tax filings, extensions, and payments.
• Respond to IRS and state tax notices as needed.

Skills

Tax preparation

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

UltraTax

ProSeries

Drake

Job description

A staffing agency is seeking a Temporary Tax Associate to support their accounting team during the busy season. This role involves preparing and reviewing tax returns and assisting with compliance projects. The ideal candidate has 1-5 years of relevant tax experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, and strong analytical and organizational skills. The position offers a pay range of $25.00/hr to $40.00/hr on a contract basis.