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Tax Preparer

Job in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, California, 94597, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-01-20
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper & Tax Preparer to support our busy tax season. You will primarily handle individual tax returns, contribute to light business tax filings, and manage full-cycle bookkeeping for select clients. Quick Books is a critical tool for day-to-day operations, so proficiency is a must.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Prepare individual income tax returns (Form 1040 and related Schedules A-E)

+ Prepare a limited number of business returns (approx. 5%)

+ Complete full-service bookkeeping, including account reconciliations and monthly Profit & Loss (P& L) statements, for 4-5 clients using Quick Books

+ Manage data entry for insurance-related business as needed

+ Communicate with clients regarding missing information and filing status

+ Use Drake and Quick Books daily

Apply now or contact Dennis Brinkmann for immediate consideration
- Requirements

Requirements:

+ Active CTEC registration (required)

+ 2+ years' experience in tax preparation (focus on individual returns)

+ Direct experience preparing Schedules A, B, C, D, and E

+ Strong Quick Books proficiency, including generating P& L reports and account reconciliation

+ Prior use of Drake software preferred, or ease with similar tax platforms

+ Bookkeeping experience from data entry through financial statement generation

+ Attention to detail, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

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