Tax Preparer - Seasonal

Job Description

The Seasonal Tax Preparer will provide income tax preparation services for designated Church employees from mid-January to mid-April. Flexible schedule; approximately 30-40 hours per week. Work location is the Church Office Building in downtown Salt Lake City. Potential for annual recurring seasonal position.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is to prepare individual federal and state income tax returns for designated domestic and expatriate Church employees. Job duties also include review of source data and tax documents, communication with the employee as needed, preparation of tax projections, and preparation of tax equalization analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation (or a related field), or working towards an applicable accounting or finance degree. Must demonstrate a well-grounded knowledge of tax theory.
• A minimum of two years of accounting experience.
• Prior experience in tax return preparation, specifically Form 1040 and related forms and schedules.
• Must possess the ability to manage multiple returns and complete tasks quickly within the constraints of timelines.
• Self-motivated and independent worker.
• Excellent interpersonal skills : incumbent will demonstrate courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with others in everyday working relationships, including contacts with others to request or provide information.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Windows applications, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), and Adobe Acrobat Pro. Experience with tax preparation software is helpful but not required.

About Us

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord's work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings- giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances-our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.