Senior CPA/EA Tax Consultant (1099, Hybrid, Set Your Own Hours)
About the Role: Join our CPA firm as an independent contractor. You choose your workload and schedule while delivering high-quality, compliant tax work for a diverse client base. Why This Role: Autonomy with predictable, well-scoped engagements Exposure to individual, partnership, S-corp, C-corp, trust, estate, and nonprofit returns Modern tech stack and fast onboarding What You’ll Do: Prepare and review federal and state returns: 1040, 1065, 1120S, 1120, 1041, 990, including multistate filings Provide proactive tax planning and clear recommendations for individuals, businesses, and nonprofits Perform targeted research and document positions citing authority; prepare responses for notices and exams Maintain timely, professional communication; request documents, set expectations, and close out engagements cleanly Meet service targets: first-pass quality, on-time delivery, and concise workpapers How We Work: Engagement model: 1099 independent contractor, fully remote within the U.S. Cadence: You set capacity (hours per week you’ll commit) Tech: CCH Axcess Tax; SafeSend Returns; Thomson Reuters Checkpoint; standardized workpaper templates Support: Client success team for intake and e-file status; senior reviewer access for complex issues; paid research tools You’ll Be Successful Here If You Have: Active CPA or EA with an active PTIN 3+ recent busy seasons in public practice with advanced individual and pass-through experience Working fluency with CCH Axcess Tax (or a similar system) Strong grasp of federal and state tax law and the ability to defend positions with primary authority Excellent judgment, documentation, and time management in a distributed environment Nice to Have: Multistate apportionment, SALT credits, and state composite filings High-net-worth planning, equity compensation, real estate, and small-business advisory Trusts and estates, international information returns, or nonprofit specialization Compensation: Transparent, performance-based pay Hourly: $50–$80+, depending on complexity and review needs Bonuses: quality, client satisfaction, and on-time delivery incentives No employee benefits. This is a 1099 role Note: This is an independent contractor opportunity. Confidentiality and non-solicit provisions apply. A background check is required. Equal Opportunity: We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Selections are based on qualifications and business need.