About This Role
This role is ideal for a tax professional with at least 3 years of experience in tax preparation who is comfortable working independently, preparing accurate tax returns, and supporting clients throughout the tax process.
Responsibilities
- Prepare individual and business tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable tax regulations
- Review financial statements, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets, to support tax preparation
- Reconcile financial information and prepare supporting schedules for tax returns
- Assist with S-Corporation tax filings and related documentation
- Identify discrepancies and resolve tax preparation issues before submitting returns for review
- Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documentation
- Communicate with clients to gather tax documents, clarify financial information, and address routine tax-related questions
- Use cloud-based tax software and tools to manage tax preparation workflows efficiently
- Stay up to date with relevant tax regulations and changes
Requirements
- At least 3 years of professional experience in tax accounting
- Prepare and review individual tax returns (Form 1040)
- Experience preparing individual and small business tax returns
- Knowledge of U.S. federal tax regulations and tax compliance requirements
- Ability to read and analyze financial statements, including P&Ls and balance sheets
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in financial data
- Experience using cloud-based tax preparation software
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle multiple tax returns
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have:
- Experience preparing Schedule C returns for self-employed individuals and small business owners
- Familiarity with LLC taxation and multi-state tax filings
- Familiarity with AI tools and their application in tax preparation workflows
About the Company
DeCypher Financials, a Boston-based tax and accounting firm, specializes in serving content creators and service-based businesses, helping them navigate their unique tax and financial needs.
