Experienced Tax Preparer – Seasonal to Full-Time Opportunity

Job Type: Seasonal with Potential for Full-Time Employment

Location: Westfield, NJ (On-site)

Start Date: January 2027

Compensation: Competitive hourly compensation

About the Opportunity: Gerald Reiss CPA, an established accounting and tax preparation firm in Westfield, New Jersey, is looking for an experienced Tax Preparer to join our team for the upcoming 2027 tax season. This is a great opportunity for an experienced tax professional looking for seasonal work with the potential to transition into a permanent, full-time position. We're looking for someone who enjoys preparing individual income tax returns, works efficiently, and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work. You'll join a collaborative team, work with an established client base, and have the opportunity to build a long-term career with our firm. Our practice also works closely with a wealth management team, creating opportunities for continued professional growth and involvement in year-round tax planning.

What You'll Do: Your primary responsibility will be preparing individual income tax returns (Form 1040) during tax season. Prepare federal and state individual income tax returns, including more complex tax situations. Handle returns involving Schedule C (self-employment), Schedule D (stock sales and capital gains), and Schedule E (rental properties).Work with investment income, retirement distributions, depreciation, passive activity losses, and Schedule K-1 reporting. Prepare New Jersey and multistate individual income tax returns. Review client documentation, identify missing information, and resolve tax-related questions. Manage a high volume of tax returns efficiently while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. Communicate with clients and team members to ensure a smooth tax preparation process.

What We're Looking For: 5+ years of professional tax preparation experience, preferably in public accounting. Strong experience preparing individual income tax returns (Form 1040).Solid understanding of Schedules C, D, and E and complex individual tax situations. Ability to independently prepare a high volume of accurate returns with minimal supervision. Strong knowledge of federal and New Jersey individual income tax laws. Experience with professional tax preparation software. Intuit Lacerte experience is a strong plus. CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is preferred but not required. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work well in a team environment.

Compensation: We offer competitive hourly compensation based on experience, qualifications, and tax preparation proficiency. Interested in Joining Our Team? If you're an experienced tax preparer who enjoys working with individual tax returns, values a supportive team environment, and is interested in a potential long-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Join Gerald Reiss CPA for the 2027 tax season and explore the possibility of growing your career with us.