We are hiring!

Part-Time Accounting & Tax Assistant (Remote)

Location: Remote (U.S.)

Our office is located in Clear Spring, Maryland. While this is a remote position, we may occasionally ask team members to attend an in-person meeting at our office (typically no more than twice per year).

We're looking for a detail-oriented, reliable, and self-motivated individual to join our growing team. This position is ideal for someone with accounting or tax experience who enjoys working collaboratively in a flexible, remote environment. It may also be a great fit for a parent or caregiver seeking meaningful part-time work with room to grow.

Schedule & Compensation

• Starting at approximately 10 hours per week

• Opportunity for additional hours as our firm grows

• Hourly pay based on experience

Responsibilities

You'll assist our team with a variety of tasks, including:

• Bookkeeping and accounting support

• Tax planning and tax preparation for small businesses

• Tax law research

• Client communication

• Administrative and project management tasks

Depending on your interests and skills, you may also have opportunities to assist with:

• Social media management

• Marketing initiatives

• Website updates

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Detail-oriented and organized

• Dependable and trustworthy

• Hardworking and self-motivated

• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment

• A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Able to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

• Eager to learn and grow professionally

• Committed to maintaining client confidentiality and professionalism

Preferred qualifications

Experience with bookkeeping, accounting, and/or tax preparation

• Experience working with small business clients

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

• Familiarity with one or more of the following software platforms:

  • Drake Accounting

  • Drake Tax

  • Drake Portals

  • QuickBooks Online (QBO)

  • Xero

  • FreshBooks

  • Wave

  • Gusto

  • ClickUp

  • Verifyle

  • Squarespace

  • Square

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, especially during tax season

• Willingness to learn new software and adapt to changing technology

Our Culture

We believe in working smarter, not harder. We value efficiency, thoughtful time management, clear communication, and teamwork.

We also believe that success extends beyond the workplace. We encourage our team members to pursue balance across all areas of wellness, including financial, emotional, spiritual, physical, social, intellectual, environmental, and occupational well-being. We celebrate a workplace culture that supports both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.

How to Apply

Please email your resume to hello@msnedaeckhardt.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Part-Time Operations Manager (Remote)

Location: Remote (U.S.)

Our office is located in Clear Spring, Maryland. While this is a remote position, we may occasionally ask team members to attend an in-person meeting at our office (typically no more than twice per year).

We're looking for a highly organized, dependable, and proactive Operations Manager to help keep our firm running smoothly. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys improving systems, managing projects, supporting a growing team, and creating an exceptional client experience. If you're someone who thrives on organization, efficiency, and solving problems before they arise, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule & Compensation

• Starting at approximately 10–15 hours per week

• Opportunity for additional hours as our firm grows

• Hourly pay based on experience

Responsibilities

You'll play a key role in the day-to-day operations of our firm, including:

• Managing projects and internal workflows

• Coordinating client onboarding and ongoing communications

• Monitoring deadlines and ensuring projects stay on schedule

• Maintaining and improving firm processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Assisting with administrative and operational tasks

• Supporting the team with workflow management and resource planning

• Maintaining our client portal and document management systems

• Coordinating vendors and software subscriptions

• Assisting with bookkeeping, billing, and operational reporting as needed

Depending on your interests and skills, you may also assist with:

• Marketing initiatives

• Social media management

• Website updates

• Team training and process documentation

• Technology implementation and automation

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented

• Dependable, trustworthy, and professional

• A proactive problem solver who takes initiative

• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment

• An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills

• Able to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines

• Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new software

• Committed to providing outstanding client service

• Passionate about creating efficient systems and improving processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in operations, office management, project management, or business administration

• Experience working in an accounting, tax, bookkeeping, or professional services firm

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in business, accounting, management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

• Experience developing or documenting workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Familiarity with one or more of the following software platforms:

  • Drake Accounting

  • Drake Tax

  • Drake Portals

  • QuickBooks Online (QBO)

  • Xero

  • FreshBooks

  • Wave

  • Gusto

  • ClickUp

  • Verifyle

  • Squarespace

  • Square

  • Microsoft Office

  • Google Workspace

• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Interest in technology, automation, and continuous process improvement

Our Culture

We believe in working smarter, not harder. We value efficiency, thoughtful time management, clear communication, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

We also believe that success extends beyond the workplace. We encourage our team members to pursue balance across all areas of wellness, including financial, emotional, spiritual, physical, social, intellectual, environmental, and occupational well-being. We celebrate a workplace culture that supports both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.

If you're excited about helping a growing firm become more organized, efficient, and client-focused, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please email your resume to hello@msnedaeckhardt.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Tax Preparer (Remote)

Location: Remote (U.S.)

Our office is located in Clear Spring, Maryland. This is a remote position; however, there may be occasional in-person meetings or training sessions at our office (typically no more than twice per year).

We're looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Tax Preparer to join our growing firm. This opportunity may be structured as a part-time employee or an independent contractor (1099), depending on experience, availability, and mutual fit.

If you enjoy helping small business owners navigate taxes with confidence while working in a collaborative, flexible environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule & Compensation

• Flexible part-time schedule

• Additional hours may be available during tax season and as our firm grows

• Employee or independent contractor (1099) opportunity

• Compensation based on experience, credentials, and responsibilities

Responsibilities

You'll work with our team to provide high-quality tax and advisory services, including:

• Preparing federal and state individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns

• Reviewing client financial information for completeness and accuracy

• Identifying tax planning opportunities and communicating recommendations

• Assisting with tax projections and year-round tax planning

• Conducting tax research on federal and state tax issues

• Communicating with clients to gather information and answer tax-related questions

• Maintaining organized electronic workpapers and documentation

• Collaborating with team members to meet filing deadlines

• Assisting with bookkeeping adjustments and year-end accounting as needed

Depending on your interests and experience, you may also assist with:

• IRS and state tax notices and correspondence

• Tax resolution projects

• Client advisory services

• Workflow and process improvements

• Staff mentoring and technical training

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Detail-oriented, organized, and accurate

• Dependable, trustworthy, and professional

• Self-motivated and able to work independently

• Comfortable working remotely while meeting deadlines

• An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills

• Committed to providing exceptional client service

• Able to manage multiple priorities during busy tax seasons

• Dedicated to maintaining client confidentiality and professional ethics

• Interested in continuous learning and staying current with tax law changes

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of tax preparation experience

• Experience preparing individual and S corporation tax returns

• Experience working with small business clients

• Enrolled Agent (EA), CPA, or CPA candidate preferred (but not required)

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Familiarity with Drake Tax is required and one or more of the following software platforms:

  • Drake Accounting

  • Drake Portals

  • QuickBooks Online (QBO)

  • Xero

  • FreshBooks

  • Wave

  • Gusto

  • ClickUp

  • Verifyle

  • Squarespace

  • Square

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

• Ability to learn new technology and adapt to changing tax laws

Our Culture

We believe in working smarter, not harder. We value efficiency, thoughtful time management, clear communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We also believe that success extends beyond the workplace. We encourage our team members to pursue balance across all areas of wellness, including financial, emotional, spiritual, physical, social, intellectual, environmental, and occupational well-being. We celebrate a workplace culture that supports both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.

If you're passionate about helping individuals and small business owners make informed tax decisions while being part of a supportive and forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and a brief introduction to hello@msnedaeckhardt.com. Be sure to include:

• Your preferred work arrangement (employee or independent contractor)

• Your tax preparation experience

• Tax software you've used

• Any professional credentials (EA, CPA, AFSP, etc.)

We look forward to hearing from you!