What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Preparer position at Distinct | North America?
Tax Preparer | $50,000 – $90,000 | Roseville, CA (Hybrid)
Most tax preparer roles promise “exposure” and deliver repetition. Same forms, same pressure, same late nights. What actually determines whether a role works isn’t the software or the returns, it’s whether the firm understands how people want to work.
This Roseville-based public accounting firm does. They’ve built a practice around consistency, reasonable expectations, and clients who value advice rather than drama. It’s a place where the work is steady, the clients are loyal, and busy season is demanding without being all-consuming.
The role focuses primarily on individual tax work, with variety coming from small business clients such as lawyers, construction companies, and insurance professionals. Ideal for someone who enjoys depth over chaos and wants something sustainable long term.
Why this role is worth your attention:
- Hybrid setup with an in-office base in Roseville
- Salary range of $50K–$90K depending on experience
- Busy season capped at a maximum of 60 hours per week
- Individual-focused work with exposure to small business returns
- A team that values reliability, good humor, and getting home on time
Benefits include:
- Medical coverage for employees and up to two dependents
- Vision and dental offered
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Two weeks’ vacation in the first year
What they’re looking for:
- 3 years of tax preparation experience preferred
- ProSystem Fx experience required
- Experience with individual and small business returns
- CPA not required
- Someone who values consistency, teamwork, and client relationships
This is the kind of firm where people stay because the environment makes sense. Hard work is expected, but boundaries are respected. Strong performance is noticed, especially outside of busy season, and the culture is built on trust rather than micromanagement.
If you’d like to know more about this position, just hit the apply button and I’ll be in touch. If you’re just browsing the job boards and haven’t dusted off that resume yet, that’s not a problem, you can give me a call first. You’ll find my number on LinkedIn (Jamie Egglenton at Distinct North America). If you prefer, you could drop me a connection or message on LinkedIn and we can pick up on there.
If you’ve reviewed this advert and you’re unsure whether to apply because you don’t have all the required experience, we still encourage you to hit that apply button. We support the CPA firms we partner with in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces, so even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly, please do still apply. If this position isn’t quite right, it’s highly likely we’ll have other Public Accounting positions that could be a good fit for you.
Salary : $50,000 - $90,000