hirly
Sign inGet started free

Washingtonco

Tax Assistant

Bowie, Maryland, Remote

See how you match this job — and similar ones. Free.

Upload your resume and hirly scores it against this role at Washingtonco first, then against similar open jobs, and shows where you fit and why.

PDF or DOCX, up to 12MB. No sign-up to see your matches.

Get past the screening software and onto a recruiter's desk

hirly rewrites your resume for this job — matching the keywords and skills in the posting, moving your most relevant experience to the top, and writing a cover letter to fit. About 30 seconds.

  • Keywords matched to this posting
  • Fit score before you apply
  • Cover letter included

Matched against 2.6M live jobs from 210,000+ employers in 200+ countries.

Tailor my resume for this job →

Apply from your AI assistant

Connect hirly to Claude or ChatGPT and ask it to apply to this job. hirly tailors your resume, fills the employer’s form and asks before sending.

See how it works

Some employer sites stop an application at a CAPTCHA or sign-in and hand it back with a link. Applying needs a paid plan. Works with any assistant that supports MCP.

hirly's read of this role

Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$50,000 – $55,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
Remote-friendly
First seen by hirly
1 Sept 2026

Derived automatically from the posting. Upload your resume above to see how the role scores against it.

the posting

  • About Us
  • Washington & Co Inc. is a strategic tax and accounting advisory firm. We specialize in proactive tax planning for business owners—not just tax preparation. We help clients reduce tax liability through customized, compliant strategies and year-round advisory support.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Tax Assistant who’s eager to grow into a Tax Preparer role. This is a perfect opportunity for someone who loves learning, enjoys working with numbers, and wants to build a career in tax and accounting at a strategic, forward-thinking firm.

If you’re the kind of person who takes pride in accuracy, loves helping clients stay organized, and gets satisfaction from seeing everything come together seamlessly — you’ll fit right in.

Responsibilities

Assist the tax team in gathering, organizing, and reviewing client documents.

Input financial data and prepare workpapers for individual and business tax returns.

Support the preparation of basic tax returns under supervision.

Communicate with clients to request missing information or clarify details.

Help implement firm processes such as electronic filing, tax document management, and client onboarding.

Participate in training and professional development to prepare for advancement.

Required Qualifications

1–2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support (preferred).

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Excellent communication skills — professional, clear, and client-friendly.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, or similar tools.

Experience with tax or accounting software is a plus (e.g., Drake, Lacerte, or QuickBooks).

Desire to grow into a Tax Preparer role through mentorship and hands-on learning.

Preferred (Not Required)

EA or CPA (or actively pursuing)

Experience with S-corps and partnerships

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $50,000–$55,000 (based on experience)

100% Remote

PTO (single PTO policy)

Health insurance eligibility after 60 days

Education assistance up to $5,250 annually after 1 year

Training access via CPE.com

Original posting on Washingtonco's site ↗

Listed on hirly, a job board. hirly is not the employer: Washingtonco is hiring for this role.

Similar jobs

Want this one?

Upload your resume and hirly rewrites it for this job and writes the cover letter — in about thirty seconds, before you sign up.

Tailor my resume for this job