Entity Tax Preparer
About the role
Entity Tax Preparer
Location: Irvine, CA | On-site || Department: Entity Services || Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
The Entity Tax Preparer handles challenging tax scenarios in the business and entity space, including advanced tax preparation, compliance, and planning. The role is ideal for experienced tax professionals ready to move beyond standard returns. As the entity services division continues to scale rapidly, the position offers clear opportunities to grow into higher-level advisory work and to contribute to a developing area of the business.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare, review, and file complex federal and state tax returns for business entities, including Partnerships (1065), Corporations (1120), S-Corps (1120S), Trusts (1041), and related multi-state filings.
- Handle ancillary filings such as Forms 940, 941, 944, 990, and 2290 with attention to technical accuracy and deadlines.
- Analyze and verify client financial data and documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness before submission.
- Communicate directly with clients to provide updates, explain filing outcomes, and offer technical guidance.
- Proactively identify tax planning opportunities and support compliance with evolving federal and state tax laws.
- Track productivity and quality metrics that contribute to team and organizational goals.
What You Bring
- An active PTIN and CTEC registration, Enrolled Agent (EA) license, or CPA license (required).
- In-depth understanding of the U.S. tax code and filing requirements, especially for business entities.
- Demonstrated experience preparing both individual and complex entity returns.
- Strong analytical abilities and the capacity to review multi-faceted financial data.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
- A detail-oriented approach and a commitment to accurate, compliant work.
- The ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment.
- A professional, client-focused mindset and effective collaboration with internal teams and clients.
- Strong problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.
Nice to Have
- At least 1 year or 2 seasons in public accounting, tax preparation, or financial auditing.
- Prior exposure to tax resolution or consulting.
- Proficiency in tax software platforms such as Drake, ProSeries, and Lacerte, as well as Salesforce.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Growth - A fast-scaling entity services division with clear paths into higher-level advisory work.
- Challenging Work - Complex entity, trust, and multi-state returns that build advanced expertise.
- Commissions - Earn more for every return you complete, on top of your hourly rate.
- Supportive Culture - We value collaboration and continuous learning.
We’re looking for detail-oriented tax professionals who want to build their careers in a growing area of the business.
Compensation
Hourly Pay: $30 – $35 per hour.
Commission: This position is also eligible for commissions on returns completed, in addition to the hourly wage. Commission earnings are variable, based on individual production, and not guaranteed.
Total Compensation: The final hourly rate offered will depend on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and licensure. Commission earnings are paid pursuant to the Company’s applicable commission plan.
The pay range represents the good-faith range the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. Commissions and bonuses are variable and are not guaranteed.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.