Tax Reviewer

Experienced Tax Reviewer

We are seeking a highly skilled Tax Reviewer to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of tax returns with current tax rules, laws, and regulations. As a subject matter expert, you will manage special projects, including tax audits, tax planning strategies, and additional CFO work. This role involves advanced tax research, resolving complex tax issues, and assessing current practices to recommend improvements.

Responsibilities :

• Review tax returns for partnerships, corporations, and individuals for accuracy and completeness.
• Act as a subject matter expert for all tax-related items.
• Handle special projects such as tax audits and tax planning strategies.
• Facilitate advanced tax research and resolve complex tax issues.
• Assess current practices and procedures and make recommendations for improvements.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested.
• Communicate with clients to gather information about project scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Collaborate with outside departments to gather information and improve processes.
• Meet with other executives to discuss client project goals, progress, and outcomes.
Essential Skills :
• Accounting
• Tax preparation
• Tax return review
• Tax planning
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Lacerte 1040 Tax Analyzer
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Work Environment :

The position operates in a cubicle-driven environment that is production and time-sensitive. The role demands a high level of efficiency and accuracy to meet deadlines.

Job Type & Location :

This is a contract-to-hire position based in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in West Des Moines, IA.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 14, 2025.

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain, and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific, and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.