Seasonal Tax Preparer

Job overview

The Seasonal Tax Preparer role is in-office in the Portland metro area, ME. Compensation is $20–$30 per hour, depending on experience. Springborn Staffing connects candidates with multiple public accounting firms throughout Southern Maine for the tax season running from mid-January through April 15, 2027. The role supports accounting firms during peak filing workloads by preparing and reviewing individual federal and state returns, organizing client documents, entering information into tax software, and communicating with clients about missing information. Accurate, confidential work helps firms complete returns and meet filing deadlines.

What you'll do

• Prepare individual federal and state income tax returns
• organize and review client tax documents
• enter tax data into preparation software
• gather and verify client information
• perform basic tax research as needed
• communicate about missing information and document requests
• review returns for accuracy and completeness
• protect confidential financial information
• support tax professionals during peak workloads.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

seasonal tax preparer

portland me

springborn staffing

seasonal

temporary

$20–$30/hr

tax season

federal tax returns

state tax returns

tax preparation software

client documents

in-office

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Seasonal pay based on experience
• opportunities with multiple accounting firms
• tax and public accounting experience
• potential future seasonal or year-round opportunities with select firms
• professional networking and career growth opportunities.

Why this role

Seasonal opportunities range from entry-level support to senior preparer roles. The posting lists experience-based pay tiers and says candidates may be considered for multiple tax-season opportunities.

About the employer

Springborn Staffing is hiring for this role. Industry: Tax Preparation Services. Sector: 54.