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Tax Preparer

Aston Carter
Costa Mesa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2026
Job Title: Tax Preparer

Job Description

A fast growing Tax Law Firm is seeking to add a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Preparer to the team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their career within tax services! The ideal candidate will have 1 year of experience in tax preparation, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare tax returns for individuals and small businesses, including federal and state filings, under the review of an in-house CPA.
  • Support clients by requesting and organizing relevant financial documents.
  • Analyze IRS transcripts to identify compliance concerns.
  • Collaborate with sales and resolution teams to assist with client needs.

Essential Skills

  • Active registration with CTEC.
  • Skilled in using tax preparation software such as Lacerte, ProSeries, and ProSystems.
  • Possession of a valid Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).
  • Experience handling Schedules C and E, investment reporting, and state tax filings.
  • Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance standards.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
  • Dedication to maintaining confidentiality and upholding ethical standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field, preferred.
  • Experience or knowledge of preparing business and multi-state tax filings.
  • Familiarity with tax resolution procedures and compliance guidelines.
  • Prior experience working with IRS and state tax agencies, preferred.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Costa Mesa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $52,000 - $62,400

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