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Individual Tax Preparer
<p>Job Description: Individual Tax Preparer</p><p>Location: El Segundo, CA</p><p>Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible based on firm needs)</p><p>Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM</p><p>Compensation: $25–$28 per hour, depending on experience</p><p>Start Date: ASAP</p><p> </p><p>About the Role</p><p>We are seeking an experienced Individual Tax Preparer who can independently manage and complete personal tax files from start to finish. The ideal candidate has HIGH attention to detail, is highly organized, and can spot discrepancies or irregularities without close supervision. While this role does not require interviewing clients or providing tax recommendations, you may reach out to clients if documentation is missing or clarification is needed.</p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>-Prepare Individual Tax Returns (Form 1040) accurately and efficiently.</p><p>-Manage tax files from A to Z, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and high-quality output.</p><p>-Review tax documents thoroughly to identify errors, inconsistencies, or missing information.</p><p>-Contact clients only when necessary to obtain support documents or clarify details.</p><p>-Utilize Lacerte Tax Software to prepare and process returns.</p><p>-Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to firm procedures.</p><p> </p><p><br></p>
<p>Qualifications</p><p>-Experience preparing Individual Tax Returns required.</p><p>-Preferred CTEC certification </p><p>-Proficiency with Lacerte software.</p><p>-Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.</p><p>-Exceptionally HIGH attention to detail with the ability to catch irregularities quickly.</p><p>-Strong organizational and time‑management skills.</p>
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  • El Segundo, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 25.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Job Description: Individual Tax Preparer</p><p>Location: El Segundo, CA</p><p>Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible based on firm needs)</p><p>Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM</p><p>Compensation: $25–$28 per hour, depending on experience</p><p>Start Date: ASAP</p><p> </p><p>About the Role</p><p>We are seeking an experienced Individual Tax Preparer who can independently manage and complete personal tax files from start to finish. The ideal candidate has HIGH attention to detail, is highly organized, and can spot discrepancies or irregularities without close supervision. While this role does not require interviewing clients or providing tax recommendations, you may reach out to clients if documentation is missing or clarification is needed.</p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>-Prepare Individual Tax Returns (Form 1040) accurately and efficiently.</p><p>-Manage tax files from A to Z, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and high-quality output.</p><p>-Review tax documents thoroughly to identify errors, inconsistencies, or missing information.</p><p>-Contact clients only when necessary to obtain support documents or clarify details.</p><p>-Utilize Lacerte Tax Software to prepare and process returns.</p><p>-Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to firm procedures.</p><p> </p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-29T17:33:39Z

Individual Tax Preparer Job in El Segundo, CA | Robert Half