About the Role
Padgett Advisors is hiring a Seasonal Tax Preparer to join our Lake Orion, Oxford, and Rochester, Michigan offices immediately to support the fall extension filing deadline. Businesses and individuals who filed extensions earlier this year have returns due by October 15, and we need additional support to manage that volume. This is a temporary, high-volume role ideal for someone comfortable preparing individual and small-business returns under deadline pressure, with the opportunity to return for future seasons.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review individual (Form 1040) and small-business extended tax returns.
- Conduct client intake interviews to gather income, deduction, and credit information.
- Identify applicable deductions and credits to maximize accurate client outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with current federal and Michigan state tax law.
- Maintain client confidentiality and accurate records throughout the engagement.
- Communicate clearly with clients regarding filing status, documentation needs, and the October 15 deadline.
Qualifications
- Valid IRS Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN), or ability to obtain one before start date.
- Prior tax preparation experience preferred; will train the right candidate.
- Working knowledge of individual and basic business tax filing requirements.
- Proficiency with tax preparation software (training provided on our systems).
- Strong attention to detail and comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Available to start immediately through mid-to-late October.
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
