Seasonal Tax Preparer
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The Planning Center
Moline, IL, US
Summary
The seasonal tax preparer will be responsible for the initial preparation of 1040 tax returns and collaborating with the tax team to serve clients. They will also assist in assembling tax packages for client delivery.
Job Description
Who We Are
The Planning Center is a fee-only financial planning firm that provides a safe place for their clients to discuss what matters most to them and their family. Our goal is to help people make better decisions as they navigate life's transitions and guide them toward the life they want. We have multiple locations within the U.S. and are continuing to expand our footprint. As a mid-size privately owned company, we value diverse perspectives, entrepreneurial thinking, and above all, a commitment to always act in our client’s best interests.
What You'll Do
Tax planning and return preparation are an integral part of our financial planning services. We are looking for a seasonal tax preparer for approximately 30-40 hours per week from early February to mid-April of 2027.
- Initial tax return preparation of primarily 1040 tax returns of varying complexity
- Collaboration with our tax team to best serve our clients
- Assist with assembling tax packages to send out to clients
What You Need
- Tax experience (preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or working towards degree with significant completion of tax curriculum)
- Proficiency with technology for a paperless tax preparation environment
- Strong interpersonal skills
- High professional integrity
- Attention to detail
What We Are Offering
- Competitive compensation in the range of $25 to $30 per hour, depending on experience
- Reasonable and flexible work hours, approximately 30-40 hours per week during business hours from February to mid-April
- Friendly, collaborative environment
- Training and growth opportunities - come back for multiple tax seasons!
The future is no more uncertain than the present. Let's start a conversation...
Mission:
• A safe environment for you to talk about money
• A filter against the noise and chaos of the financial markets
• Direction and implementation of complex, inter-related planning strategies
• Objectivity and perspective regarding your situation
• A guide in helping you create choices and making decisions
• Simplification and organization of your financial life
Company Overview:
The Planning Center is a financial planning firm working with people across all stages of life. TPC is widely respected for practicing grounded philosophies that are backed by academic research in financial planning, investment management, and behavioral science. It is our intention to customize each client’s financial plan according to your values, goals, and circumstances specific to their lives. Over time, your advisor-client relationship becomes an opportunity for both personal growth and financial strength. Our proprietary approach uses both life and money conversations to continuously develop a path to build both financial security and true peace of mind.
Founded
1998
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Financial Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Moline, IL
The future is no more uncertain than the present. Let's start a conversation...
Mission:
• A safe environment for you to talk about money
• A filter against the noise and chaos of the financial markets
• Direction and implementation of complex, inter-related planning strategies
• Objectivity and perspective regarding your situation
• A guide in helping you create choices and making decisions
• Simplification and organization of your financial life
Company Overview:
The Planning Center is a financial planning firm working with people across all stages of life. TPC is widely respected for practicing grounded philosophies that are backed by academic research in financial planning, investment management, and behavioral science. It is our intention to customize each client’s financial plan according to your values, goals, and circumstances specific to their lives. Over time, your advisor-client relationship becomes an opportunity for both personal growth and financial strength. Our proprietary approach uses both life and money conversations to continuously develop a path to build both financial security and true peace of mind.
Founded
1998
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Financial Services
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Moline, IL