Tax Preparer

About the Role A US-based CPA firm is seeking an experienced Tax Preparer to handle the preparation of business and trust returns for its client portfolio. This role focuses primarily on Form 1120-S (S-Corporation), Form 1065 (Partnership), and Form 1041 (Trust and Estate) returns. The position is fully remote and requires hands-on proficiency with CCH tax software, which is a hard requirement for this role. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized under deadline pressure, and experienced working within a public accounting environment. This is a production-oriented role with a consistent volume of returns across tax season and beyond. Key Responsibilities • Prepare Form 1120-S (S-Corporation), Form 1065 (Partnership), and Form 1041 (Trust and Estate) returns accurately and in accordance with current tax law • Input and organize client financial data within CCH tax software to produce complete, review-ready return packages • Review source documents, financial statements, and prior-year returns to ensure accuracy and consistency • Identify missing information and follow up with clients or internal staff to obtain required documentation • Flag technical issues, complex items, or items requiring CPA review and communicate these clearly • Meet internal preparation deadlines and manage a queue of returns simultaneously during peak periods • Maintain organized, complete workpapers for each return prepared • Respond to reviewer feedback promptly and make corrections as directed • Stay current with changes to tax law affecting S-Corporations, partnerships, and trusts and estates Qualifications Required • Hands-on experience preparing Form 1120-S, Form 1065, and/or Form 1041 returns — all three are in scope for this role • Proficiency with CCH tax software (Axcess or ProSystem fx) is a hard requirement; candidates without CCH experience will not be considered • Minimum 2 years of tax preparation experience in a public accounting or CPA firm environment • Strong working knowledge of pass-through entity taxation, fiduciary income tax, and related federal and state filing requirements • Ability to read and interpret financial statements, general ledgers, and K-1s • High attention to detail and a consistent habit of accurate, complete workpaper documentation • Ability to manage multiple returns simultaneously and meet firm deadlines during tax season • Reliable high-speed internet connection and a quiet, professional home workspace Preferred • CPA licensed • Experience with multi-state filings for pass-through entities and trusts • Familiarity with CCH Axcess workflow and document management tools • Experience in a paperless or cloud-based public accounting environment Requirements This is a 100% Remote Up to 12/hr