Seasonal Remote Experienced Tax Accountant / CPA / EA

August 26, 2026

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Location: Remote (U.S.)

Position Type: Seasonal (January–April 2027)

Compensation: $40–$65 per hour, depending on experience and classification

Schedule: 30+ hours per week during tax season

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Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd., a well-established CPA firm in downtown Naperville, Illinois, is looking for an experienced CPA, Enrolled Agent (EA), Tax Accountant, or Tax Preparer to join our team for the 2027 tax season.

This position is ideal for an experienced public accounting professional seeking seasonal, remote work with a flexible schedule. We welcome qualified seasonal employees and independent contractors throughout the United States.

About Us

Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd. is a certified public accounting firm with a downtown Naperville office and a team of professionals working remotely. We specialize in income tax preparation and planning, accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, financial statement preparation, and consulting.

Our mission is to make our clients' lives better through innovative technology, collaborative problem-solving, and personalized guidance. We also place a strong emphasis on supporting our team through training, professional development, collaboration, and a people-first culture.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience
Fully remote work environment
Flexible scheduling
Professional training and support
Collaborative team culture
Virtual team-building activities and social events

Responsibilities

Prepare and review individual federal and state income tax returns (Form 1040)
Prepare business and fiduciary income tax returns, including:

S Corporations (Form 1120-S)
Partnerships (Form 1065)
Trusts and Estates (Form 1041)

Research federal and state tax issues and identify tax planning opportunities
Assist with client tax planning and consulting
Prepare income tax basis financial statements as needed
Communicate professionally with clients and team members
Work independently while collaborating with a remote team
Use Lacerte, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office, ShareFile, and OfficeTools

Qualifications

Required

7+ years of public accounting experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
Strong experience preparing individual income tax returns (Form 1040)
Experience preparing business income tax returns
Strong knowledge of federal and state income tax laws
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks Online
Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Preferred

Active CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation
Experience with Lacerte Tax Software
Experience preparing Forms 1120-S, 1065, and 1041
Experience with multi-state tax returns
Tax research and planning experience

Schedule & Availability

January through April 2027
Fully remote within the United States
30+ hours per week during tax season
Additional hours may be available during peak filing periods
Flexible scheduling based on tax season workload

Apply

If you are an experienced tax professional looking for flexible seasonal work with an established CPA firm, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today through our quick, mobile-friendly application.

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