We are looking for a Tax Preparer to support service members and their families through high-quality individual tax guidance in Alexandria, Virginia. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a finance specialist who can explain tax matters clearly, manage a high volume of client interactions, and deliver accurate results in a fully remote setting. The role focuses on individual tax return preparation, client education, and responsive service during a fast-moving tax season that may require overtime.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review individual tax returns with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.<br>• Provide tax-related guidance to service members and their families, helping them understand filing requirements and available options.<br>• Communicate complex tax topics in a straightforward manner so clients can make informed financial decisions.<br>• Manage multiple client cases at once while maintaining detailed documentation and organized records.<br>• Use Lacerte Tax Software and related digital tools to complete tax preparation work efficiently in a remote environment.<br>• Research tax questions and resolve filing issues by applying current rules, procedures, and best practices.<br>• Support clients throughout the tax season with responsive service, including availability for overtime when business demand increases.<br>• Collaborate with team members to maintain service quality, share insights, and contribute to a positive client experience.
We are looking for an experienced Tax Preparer to join a tax and accounting firm in Laurel, Maryland on a Long-term Contract basis. This position supports a busy tax practice by preparing accurate returns, assisting with client tax questions, and helping keep seasonal workflows organized during high-volume periods. The role is well suited to someone who is confident working with both individual and business filings and can communicate tax-related information clearly and effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review individual and business tax returns with close attention to accuracy, completeness, and filing deadlines.<br>• Work alongside the lead tax preparer to gather financial details, organize supporting documents, and move returns through the preparation process efficiently.<br>• Respond to client tax questions in a clear and thorough manner, helping explain filing needs, documentation requests, and general tax matters.<br>• Use tax preparation software, including Lacerte, to enter data, maintain records, and support timely return completion.<br>• Coordinate with clients to collect missing information and follow up on outstanding items needed to finalize filings.<br>• Assist with administrative and tax support activities that help maintain smooth operations during peak filing periods.<br>• Help manage multiple assignments at once while maintaining quality standards in a fast-paced tax environment.
<p>We are looking for a Staff Accountant Costpoint to support billing, project accounting, and contract administration for a government contractor based in Bethesda, Maryland. This hybrid role works closely with finance and program leadership to keep invoicing, project setup, and cost tracking accurate across a range of federal and commercial engagements. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while helping maintain strong compliance and financial controls.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Interpret contract terms and coordinate with program leaders to confirm labor categories, subcontract details, funding limits, billing rules, and other invoicing requirements for multiple contract structures.</p><p>• Establish new projects in Deltek Costpoint and maintain project records throughout the contract lifecycle to support accurate financial reporting and billing activity.</p><p>• Develop and refine standard procedures for project setup, then partner with internal stakeholders to ensure those processes are followed consistently and remain compliant.</p><p>• Track contract funding, review invoice activity, and identify issues that could affect billing accuracy or revenue recognition.</p><p>• Partner with project managers to validate employee labor charges and resolve discrepancies that may impact project costing.</p><p>• Record and monitor project expenses in alignment with applicable accounting guidance and contractual requirements.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations comparing billed and unbilled amounts to recorded revenue, researching and correcting variances as needed.</p><p>• Prepare and process government invoices while supporting accounts receivable and other operational accounting tasks tied to contract performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Interested candidates in this Staff Accountant role and other fulltime accounting and finance opportunities across the DC metro area, please send our resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn</p>