US Tax Preparation VA

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Preparation Virtual Assistant to support the preparation of individual and small business tax returns. You will review client tax documents, enter information accurately into tax software, identify missing items, and prepare returns for final review before filing. The ideal candidate has prior U.S. tax preparation experience, communicates clearly when something looks off, and is comfortable researching tax questions independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare individual (1040) and small business tax returns for final review before filing
• Review incoming client tax documents for completeness and accuracy
• Enter tax data accurately into Intuit ProConnect Tax Online
• Identify and flag missing documents, forms, or information needed to complete a return
• Prepare returns involving Schedule C businesses, S corporations (1120S), and K-1s
• Handle multi-state return preparation where applicable
• Apply depreciation schedules and basic bookkeeping concepts to return preparation
• Research tax questions as they arise and escalate anything unclear
• Communicate promptly when figures, documents, or client information do not look right
• Maintain organized records and support the workflow through to final review

Mandatory Skills

• Prior U.S. tax preparation experience
• Working knowledge of individual (1040) and small business return preparation
• Comfort reviewing tax documents and entering data with a high degree of accuracy
• Understanding of basic bookkeeping concepts
• Ability to research tax questions and work through unfamiliar issues
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills, especially in raising discrepancies early
• Willingness to learn and adapt to established review processes

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with Intuit ProConnect Tax Online
• Experience with Schedule C businesses, S corporations and 1120S filings
• Experience preparing and interpreting K-1s
• Multi-state return experience
• Familiarity with depreciation schedules and fixed asset tracking
• Experience supporting a CPA, EA, or tax practice
• Ability to manage multiple returns simultaneously during peak periods

Why Join Us

This is a great opportunity to work closely with an experienced tax professional and deepen your U.S. tax knowledge across a varied mix of individual and business returns. You will have a clear review structure supporting your work, room to grow your responsibilities over time, and a collaborative environment where asking questions is encouraged.

Work Schedule

Flexible schedule as long as deadlines are met and there is some overlap with Eastern Time afternoon and evening hours.