Seasonal Tax Return Reviewer (Remote, 1099 Contractor) 20–30 hours/week guaranteed

• January–April
• CPA or EA required

Do you want the interesting variety that public accounting offers while still maintaining an excellent quality of life—without committing to a full-time in-office role? Join our forward-thinking team as a Seasonal Tax Return Reviewer and enjoy meaningful work, predictable hours, and the flexibility of a fully remote seasonal engagement. At Elevated Tax & Accounting, we are dedicated to helping professionals hone their craft, make a positive impact for clients, and maintain balance in their personal lives. For our seasonal team, that means clean workpapers, efficient systems, reasonable expectations, and guaranteed weekly hours during the tax season.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Seasonal Tax Return Reviewer (CPA or EA) to support our tax team from January through mid-April. The ideal contractor will have deep experience reviewing both individual and business tax returns, providing clear review notes, and ensuring accuracy and compliance. This is a review-only role—no preparation or client communication required. Our admin team handles intake, scanning, workpaper organization, autoflow, and assembly, allowing you to focus entirely on review quality and timely turnaround.

Responsibilities

• Review prepared federal and state tax returns for individuals, S corporations, partnerships, and trusts.
• Verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with current tax laws.
• Provide concise, actionable review notes to preparers.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities or missing information when applicable.
• Meet agreed-upon deadlines and maintain consistent communication with the internal team.
• Uphold Elevated’s quality standards and client-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Active CPA or EA required.
• 5+ years of experience reviewing both individual and business returns in public accounting.
• Strong working knowledge of depreciation, passthrough taxation, basis, contractor-related expenses, and small-business tax issues.
• Experience with CCH Axcess preferred but not required.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written communication skills to convey review findings clearly.

Engagement Details

• Status: Independent contractor (1099)
• Hours: Guaranteed 20–30 hours/week during the season, with more available upon request
• Duration: January–mid-April, with potential off-season project work
• Compensation: $30–$85per hour, depending on experience
• Location: Fully remote
• Equipment Provided: Firm-issued laptop, secure access setup, and all software licensing

What We Provide

• Clean, fully indexed workpapers
• Streamlined workflows and review templates
• CCH Axcess suite and workflow tools
• Organized admin support to minimize back-and-forth
• A supportive team, clear communication channels, and realistic expectations

Our Values Numbers tell a story, and we’re here to help our clients write theirs. At Elevated Tax and Accounting, we partner with businesses to turn financial data into strategic insights and lasting growth. Accounting isn’t just about compliance—it's about empowerment. We live our values through:

• Partnership-driven service
• Efficiency in action
• Proactive problem solving
• Building better lives—for clients and our team

Job Types: Seasonal, Contract Pay: $30.00 - $85.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week Application Question(s):

• Which return types have you reviewed in the last two tax seasons?
• Will all work be performed in the United States? This is required for Section 7216 disclosures.
• What experience do you have with CCH Axcess Tax?
• Can you commit to 20-30 hours per week from January through mid-April, with reliable turnaround times?
• What hourly rate are you seeking for a seasonal 1099 review engagement?
• Describe your review approach. How do you balance speed, accuracy, and clear communication when reviewing returns?
• Briefly describe a more complex return or issue you reviewed recently (e.g., multi-state passthrough, basis issue, large depreciation schedule) and how you handled it.
• How do you deliver clear review notes to preparers without creating unnecessary back-and-forth?
• How do you handle situations where workpapers are missing information?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Tax: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA or EA license (Required)

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