Part-Time Project-Based CPA – Payroll Cleanup & Tax

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TYPE OF WORK

Gig

SALARY

7/hr

HOURS PER WEEK

10

DATE UPDATED

Oct 6, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

Part-Time Project-Based CPA – Payroll Cleanup & Tax

We are seeking an experienced CPA with 3–4 years of professional experience to assist with a payroll cleanup and tax project covering 2022 through the current year. The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience with payroll corrections, 1099s, W-2s, tax reporting, and accounting systems.

This is a part-time, project-based position with the potential to continue working through tax season based on performance and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct a comprehensive payroll cleanup from 2022 through the current year
- Review historical payroll records and identify discrepancies, errors, and missing information
- Review and correct 1099 reporting
- Amend previously issued 1099s when necessary and properly convert applicable workers from 1099 status to W-2 status
- Assist with any required payroll corrections, amended filings, and related tax reporting
- Reconcile payroll records with accounting records
- Assist with tax preparation and tax-related cleanup resulting from payroll corrections
- Work with historical payroll data and ensure records are accurate and properly documented
- Coordinate with management to identify and resolve outstanding payroll and tax issues

Required Experience & Qualifications

- CPA or strong CPA-level tax/accounting experience
- 3–4 years of relevant professional experience
- Proven, hands-on experience performing payroll cleanups and corrections
- Experience specifically dealing with 1099 corrections/amendments and converting workers from 1099 to W-2
- Experience working with prior-year payroll records and tax reporting
- Strong understanding of payroll tax requirements and year-end reporting
- Proficiency with QuickBooks
- Experience using Procore
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with sensitive financial information
- Able to work independently and meet deadlines

Position Structure

- Part ---------- Hourly
- Project-based
- Initial focus will be the 2022–current payroll cleanup and related tax corrections
- Potential opportunity to continue through tax season
- Preference will be given to candidates who do not currently have a full-time job and can provide consistent availability for this project

How to Apply

Please put “Payroll and Tax” in the subject line of your application.

Please submit your resume and include a brief description of your hands-on experience with payroll cleanup, 1099 amendments, 1099-to-W-2 corrections/conversions, and prior-year payroll/tax work. Please also include your current availability and whether you have a full-time job.

SKILL REQUIREMENT
Payroll Tax Preparation
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