Tax and Accounting - Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Contract Tax & Accounting professional for a temporary engagement. This role focuses strictly on high-level execution, technical review, and direct client delivery. There are no staff management or business development responsibilities

Role Logistics:

• Position Type: Temporary Contract / Temp-to-Hire (if applicable)
• Duration: Up to 3 months
• Location: Fully Onsite (Southern Pines, NC)

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze client financial statements and perform strategic tax planning for company owners based on compilation results.
• Interact directly with clients to discuss ongoing business operations, financial results, and tax planning strategies.
• Review individual and corporate income tax returns. Prepare complex returns for high-net-worth taxpayers and intricate corporate structures.
• Oversee and review client bookkeeping, payroll processing, and quarterly payroll tax return preparation to ensure accurate, timely processing.
• Research complex client tax issues, applying strong professional judgment to discern materiality and compliance.

Requirements

• Education: 4-year degree in Accounting.
• Credentials: CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) license required.
• Experience: 5–7 years of robust accounting and tax experience; public accounting experience preferred.
• Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks (including troubleshooting client data entry errors), Familiarity with Thomson Reuters software programs preferred, Microsoft Office, and other tax software programs (UltraTax and Lacerte preferred).

Salary Details:

• Compensation: Variable; depends entirely on project scope and contract terms (Preferred).

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $40