Tax Accountant

Job Title: Tax Accountant (High-Volume Preparer – Individuals, Partnerships, S-Corps)

Location: Montgomery Village, Germantown MD

Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Accountant to join our growing team. This position is ideal for a hands-on tax preparer who can handle a high volume of returns and is proficient in preparing individual (1040), partnership (1065), and S Corporation (1120S) tax returns. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, taking client-provided financial information, making appropriate bookkeeping and journal entries, and accurately preparing business and individual tax returns.

This is not a review role. We are specifically looking for someone who enjoys preparing tax returns and managing volume with speed and accuracy.

• Prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and S Corporations.
• Input client financial data and perform necessary bookkeeping entries to generate accurate trial balances and financials for tax purposes.
• Analyze client-provided documents (bank statements, income/expense summaries, etc.) and determine appropriate tax treatment.
• Reconcile financial records and ensure accuracy before tax preparation.
• Ensure compliance with current tax laws and regulations.
• Work with team members and clients to resolve outstanding questions or missing information.
• Maintain detailed work papers and documentation for all returns prepared.
• Manage workload efficiently to meet internal deadlines during peak tax seasons.

• 3+ years of tax preparation experience with individuals, partnerships, and S Corporations.
• Strong understanding of tax law and accounting principles related to small businesses and individuals.
• Proficiency with tax preparation software (e.g., Lacerte, Pro Series, Ultra Tax, Drake, or similar).
• Experience with Quick Books or similar bookkeeping software is a plus.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of tax returns with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• CPA or EA preferred, but not required.

• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Enjoys the technical, detail-oriented side of tax return preparation.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and "own" the preparation process from start to finish.

• Competitive salary based on experience
• $80,000 - $100,000 a year
• Seasonal overtime pay or bonus opportunities
• Flexible work environment (hybrid or remote options may be available)