<p>Seasonal Tax Preparer (Contract)</p><p>CPA Firm – Dutchess County, NY</p><p>Position Overview: Our client is a CPA firm in Dutchess County and is seeking an experienced Seasonal Tax Preparer on a contract basis. This Tax Preparer will work closely with our professional team to deliver high-quality tax preparation and bookkeeping services for both individual and business clients, including high net worth individuals.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare and review federal, state, and local individual income tax returns.</li><li>Prepare and review business tax returns (corporate, partnership, LLCs and S corps).</li><li>Assist with bookkeeping and accounting support for select high net worth clients.</li><li>Maintain organized documentation and workpapers in accordance with firm standards.</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients and team members to obtain necessary information and resolve inquiries.</li><li>Keep current with relevant tax codes, regulations, and industry developments.</li><li>Work with any major tax software (such as CCH, Drake, Lacerte, TaxAct or others; firm is open to diverse platforms).</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Proven experience preparing individual and business tax returns.</li><li>Solid working knowledge of popular tax preparation software packages (CCH, Drake, Lacerte, TaxAct, or similar).</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Experience handling bookkeeping for high-net-worth clients is a plus.</li><li>Degree in accounting or finance preferred but not required.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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