Tax Preparer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Tax Preparer Location : NE Portland, OR Job Type : Full-Time, Direct Hire, Fully Onsite Salary : $55,000–$65,000 / year, Depending on ExperienceWe are currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Tax Preparer to join our client’s growing team in NE Portland, Oregon. This is a direct hire opportunity with a well-established firm that values accuracy, client service, and professional growth. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in preparing individual and small business tax returns and a working knowledge of current federal and state tax laws. Responsibilities :

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
• Conduct client consultations to gather financial data and ensure accurate filings
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and ensure clients benefit from available deductions and credits
• Stay informed on current tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices
• Maintain organized and secure client records in compliance with firm and regulatory standards
• Assist with IRS and state correspondence or audits as needed
• Collaborate with internal staff and management to support seasonal workload and client demands Requirements :
• 2+ years of recent experience in tax preparation
• Proficiency with tax software (e.g., Drake, Lacerte, or similar) and Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of federal and state tax codes and regulations
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Active PTIN preferred; EA or CPA designation preferred, but not required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field a plus Benefits : Benefits vary depending on employer Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information,please navigate to https : / / www.lhh.com / us / en / candidate -privacyThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance withfederal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details : $55,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https : / / www- uat.lhh.com / us / en / candidate -privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :

Massachusetts Candidates Only : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.