Tax Preparer
Remote Raven
Tax Preparer
Remote Raven
Global remote staffing of full-time VAs
Remote Raven · Philippines (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-11-02
Workplace: remote
About the Role
A US-based CPA firm is seeking an experienced Tax Preparer to handle the preparation of business and trust returns for its client portfolio. This role focuses primarily on Form 1120-S (S-Corporation), Form 1065 (Partnership), and Form 1041 (Trust and Estate) returns. The position is fully remote and requires hands-on proficiency with CCH tax software, which is a hard requirement for this role.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized under deadline pressure, and experienced working within a public accounting environment. This is a production-oriented role with a consistent volume of returns across tax season and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare Form 1120-S (S-Corporation), Form 1065 (Partnership), and Form 1041 (Trust and Estate) returns accurately and in accordance with current tax law
Input and organize client financial data within CCH tax software to produce complete, review-ready return packages
Review source documents, financial statements, and prior-year returns to ensure accuracy and consistency
Identify missing information and follow up with clients or internal staff to obtain required documentation
Flag technical issues, complex items, or items requiring CPA review and communicate these clearly
Meet internal preparation deadlines and manage a queue of returns simultaneously during peak periods
Maintain organized, complete workpapers for each return prepared
Respond to reviewer feedback promptly and make corrections as directed
Stay current with changes to tax law affecting S-Corporations, partnerships, and trusts and estates
Qualifications
Required
Hands-on experience preparing Form 1120-S, Form 1065, and/or Form 1041 returns — all three are in scope for this role
Proficiency with CCH tax software (Axcess or ProSystem fx) is a hard requirement; candidates without CCH experience will not be considered
Minimum 2 years of tax preparation experience in a public accounting or CPA firm environment
Strong working knowledge of pass-through entity taxation, fiduciary income tax, and related federal and state filing requirements
Ability to read and interpret financial statements, general ledgers, and K-1s
High attention to detail and a consistent habit of accurate, complete workpaper documentation
Ability to manage multiple returns simultaneously and meet firm deadlines during tax season
Reliable high-speed internet connection and a quiet, professional home workspace
Preferred
CPA licensed
Experience with multi-state filings for pass-through entities and trusts
Familiarity with CCH Axcess workflow and document management tools
Experience in a paperless or cloud-based public accounting environment
This is a 100% Remote
Up to 12/hr
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