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Optima Tax Relief

Tax Preparer

Optima Tax Relief

Tax Preparer 1 preparing 1040 individual tax returns at Optima Tax Relief, LLC. Collaborating with clients and teams for effective tax resolution and compliance.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $19 - $20 per monthWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing 1040 individual tax returns and maintaining compliance with tax regulations. Strong communication skills are essential for client interactions and collaboration with internal teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords
1040 Individual Tax ReturnsLacerte Tax Preparation SoftwareCalifornia Tax Education Council (CTEC)Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN)Tax Preparer Bond

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Hard Skills
Tax PreparationAmended ReturnsState ReturnsClient Document ReviewCompliance with Tax Regulations
Soft Skills
Client CommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving
Tools & Technologies
Lacerte Tax Preparation Software
Certifications & Qualifications
California Tax Education Council (CTEC)Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN)Tax Preparer Bond
Industry Keywords
Personal Identifiable Information (PII)Tax ComplianceTax Returns

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Prepare tax returns in high quantity including 1040 individual tax returns, amended returns, and state returns.
  • Communicate with clients regularly telephonically or via email to respond to client inquiries and provide case status updates.
  • Collect and review client documents and ensure they are properly filed in the client’s case file.
  • Collaborate regularly with various Optima teams to deliver key components for Optima’s services, including bringing clients to compliance with past due returns.
  • Follow company protocols to ensure the highest level of security to protect the client Personal Identifiable Information (PII).

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 2 years' tax experience with 1040 individual tax returns.
  • Experience with Lacerte Tax Preparation Software, a plus.
  • Maintain active California Tax Education Council (“CTEC”) by completing required annual continued education and training.
  • Maintain an active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) from the IRS during duration in role.
  • Have an active Tax Preparer bond from an insurance/surety agent during duration in role.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 🌐 Worldwide ❌ Jobs You've Hidden ⭐️ Saved Jobs ✅ Applied Jobs ✉️ Email Alerts 👤 Account Optima Tax Relief Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 501 - 1000 employees Founded 2011 💸 Finance 📋 Compliance Finance
  • Compliance Optima Tax Relief is a U. S. -based tax resolution firm that helps individuals and businesses resolve IRS and state tax liabilities. Its team of tax attorneys and licensed tax professionals provides services including tax negotiation and settlement (offers in compromise), audit representation, wage garnishment relief, penalty abatement, installment plans, payroll tax negotiation, unfiled returns assistance, and other IRS collections work. The company markets free consultations, client protection during investigations, and various protection plans, and highlights accreditation, customer-service awards, and billions in liabilities resolved for clients. Tax Preparer Job not on LinkedIn 🔥 27 minutes ago 🏄 California – Remote 💵 $19 - $20 / month ⏰ Full Time 🟢 Junior 🟡 Mid-level 💰 Tax 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
  • Prepare tax returns in high quantity including 1040 individual tax returns, amended returns, and state returns.
  • Communicate with clients regularly telephonically or via email to respond to client inquiries and provide case status updates.
  • Collect and review client documents and ensure they are properly filed in the client’s case file.
  • Collaborate regularly with various Optima teams to deliver key components for Optima’s services, including bringing clients to compliance with past due returns.
  • Follow company protocols to ensure the highest level of security to protect the client Personal Identifiable Information (PII). 🎯 Requirements
  • 2 years' tax experience with 1040 individual tax returns.
  • Experience with Lacerte Tax Preparation Software, a plus.
  • Maintain active California Tax Education Council (“CTEC”) by completing required annual continued education and training.
  • Maintain an active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) from the IRS during duration in role.
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