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Baker Tilly lists this Temporary Tax Preparer - BT Prep opportunity in bastrop, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
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Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.
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Job Description:
Remote | Seasonal February 1, 2027 – April 15, 2027
Join Baker Tilly's Seasonal Tax Preparer team to prepare individual or fiduciary tax returns (Form 1040 and/or 1041, along with related schedules) in a fully paperless environment. This role is ideal for candidates with foundational tax knowledge who are eager to deepen their experience in a fast-paced, quality-driven setting. This is a non-client-facing role focused on accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage IRS-issued confidentiality repetitive workflows accurately, a commitment to learn using reading comprehension skills and critical thinking while following standardized preparation procedures. This position works as part of a team-based process and does not require direct client interaction. This is a Temporary position from February 1, 2027 – April 15, 2027.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare individual income tax returns (Form 1040 and/or 1041, along with related schedules) with accuracy and efficiency in a high-volume environment
Process client financial data using tax preparation software
Apply firm policies, tax regulations, and standardized procedures to deliver high-quality returns
Maintain strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with firm standards
Collaborate within a centralized, fully remote team environment while managing individual productivity goals
Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptation throughout the tax season
Identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information and note questions internally as needed
Maintain organized electronic files and documentation
Meet productivity, accuracy, and turnaround expectations during peak filing periods
Qualifications:
Previous tax preparation experience highly preferred
High School degree required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Ability to obtain an IRS issued PTIN prior to start date
Availability to work minimum 30 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM local time; schedule must span at least 4 days/week with minimum 4 consecutive hours/day)
Commitment to work early February through early April 2027
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
Solid reading comprehension and ability to interpret tax documentation
Critical thinking skills
Basic understanding of tax and accounting terminology
The pay rate range for this job position is $22.50 to $37.75 Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.
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