Tax Relief Advocates
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Tax Preparer

Pay
$27 – $34 per hour
Location
Irvine, CA · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Experience
1+ year
Listed
31 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • CTEC certification or Enrolled Agent license
  • individual tax returns (1040)
  • amended returns
  • Schedule C and E

Also useful

  • ProSeries

About the role

At Tax Processing Solutions, we're a dynamic, client-focused firm delivering expert tax resolution and preparation services nationwide. We turn complex tax challenges into clear, winning strategies for individuals and businesses-saving them money, reducing stress, and providing real financial peace of mind.

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We're on the hunt for experienced Tax Preparers with strong foundations in individual and amended return preparation who are ready to take their career to the next level! As a Tax Preparer, you'll dive into a steady stream of diverse, challenging individual cases every day-building on your skills while getting hands-on exposure to increasing complexity and structured training to master corporate (1120/1120S) and partnership (1065) returns. This is your chance to expand your expertise in sophisticated business tax work, handle high-impact cases, and advance in a firm that invests in your professional development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and file individual tax returns (1040 series) and amended returns daily, tackling a high-volume mix of cases from moderate to advanced complexity
  • Excel at sophisticated individual returns, including multi-state filings, self-employment income (Schedule C), rental properties (Schedule E), and itemized deductions.
  • Optimize every return to unlock maximum deductions, credits, and refunds while ensuring ironclad compliance
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis and tax research to spot major savings opportunities and resolve tricky compliance issues
  • Deliver clear, confident guidance to clients on tax strategies, rules, and outcomes
  • Stay ahead of evolving federal, state, and local tax changes and apply them directly to client work

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of proven experience preparing individual tax returns, with regular hands-on work on amended returns and varying complexity (multi-state, self-employment, rentals, itemized deductions, etc.)
  • Solid command of individual tax topics, schedules, and advanced scenarios
  • Proficiency in accounting/tax software (ProSeries is a plus!)
  • Sharp analytical mindset and laser-focused attention to detail
  • Thrives under pressure with excellent deadline management during busy seasons
  • Strong communication skills to break down complex tax info for clients
  • Enthusiasm for building client relationships and supporting sales/retention
  • Required: Active CTEC certification or Enrolled Agent (EA) license, valid PTIN, and current CTEC registration

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly rate: $27-$34/hr + uncapped commissions earned on returns prepared
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Job Type: Full-time, Onsite
  • Expected Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week
  • Apply now and elevate your tax career-join a firm where your skills make a real difference and your growth is our priority!
  • In compliance with California pay transparency laws, the posted figure is the good-faith hourly wage this role is expected to pay upon hire. Additional commissions and bonuses are variable and are not guaranteed.
Equal opportunity and legal notices

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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From Tax Relief Advocates's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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