Hiring Virtual Small Business Tax Advisor & QuickBooks Consultant

Hiring for Part-Time, Short-Term (3-Month Trial) | Virtual Role | Ohio-Based Applicants Encouraged to Apply Are you a tax-savvy financial professional who understands the unique needs of small, women-led businesses in the human services field? Do you thrive on helping organizations align their tax strategy, financial systems, and long-term goals, without having to do the manual categorizing and filing yourself? Are you a QuickBooks expert who can also explain complex topics in plain language? Humans Being Human Consulting is a women-owned, mission-driven human services organization seeking a part-time Small Business Tax Advisor & QuickBooks Consultant for a 3-month engagement (September 1–November 30, 2025). The ideal candidate will help us refine our existing financial systems, support our tax planning, and guide strategic growth. This role is designed as a short-term contract with the intention of building toward a long-term, ongoing relationship based on fit and performance. We are a hybrid team, so being able to work virtually is a must and occasionally in-person is a plus! While this is a fully remote role, Ohio-based applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be occasional opportunities for in-person collaboration with our leadership team. Apply here by August 22nd, 2025 until 11:59 pm EST: https://forms.gle/gsERUpgUzqwJgZtU9 What You’ll Do: -Prepare and file three (3) amended federal tax returns, ensuring accuracy, full documentation, and IRS compliance -Prepare and file one (1) federal and state tax return -Calculate and advise on two (2) quarterly estimated tax payments, including timelines, payment methods, and strategic planning -Guide us in identifying and documenting tax-deductible expenses while offering recommendations to improve our existing record-keeping systems -Support our team in refining how we track and flag deductions. Our systems are already in place, and our staff manages categorization and filing -Communicate consistently and clearly throughout the engagement to help us meet our fall infrastructure goals Bonus Skills (Not Required, But a Big Plus!): -Provide financial coaching to our team, explaining tax and financial strategies in plain, patient, and inclusive language -Lead quarterly financial consultations related to pricing strategy, profit margins, and long-term sustainability -Offer high-level QuickBooks guidance: review our setup, answer staff questions, and help optimize how we generate and interpret reports -Use financial data to guide strategy, helping us translate QuickBooks reports into sales plans, budgets, and growth projections -If the engagement is extended, prepare and file our 2025 federal tax return Who You Are: You’re not just a tax pro, you’re a thoughtful guide who knows how to align finances with values. You’re excited by the opportunity to support women-led businesses in making confident, informed decisions about their financial future. You see financial wellness as a form of empowerment, and you're ready to roll up your sleeves and help make it happen. You’re clear, kind, and competent. You translate tax code into plain English and meet people where they are, no jargon, no judgment. You believe small businesses deserve excellent financial support without bloated retainers or confusing gatekeeping. You bring structure without rigidity, and you know how to build trust through transparency. You’re independent but collaborative, and energized by the chance to support a mission-driven team with solid systems in place. You value efficiency, equity, and growth, and you’re looking for more than just a gig; you're looking to build something that lasts. Requirements: -Strong knowledge of U.S. tax law for small businesses and independent contractors, especially within the human services or health/wellness sectors -Intermediate to advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online, including reporting, categorization, reconciliation, and the ability to train others -Experience working with small, mission-driven businesses, especially those that are women-led or focused on human services -Clear, patient communication skills, you’re comfortable supporting team members who don’t have a financial background -Legally authorized to work in the U.S. -Available for a part-time, virtual contract from Sept.- Nov. 2025 (estimated 8 hrs per month) -Comfortable with virtual tools and must have a Google Account to apply. -Excited about building a long-term partnership and open to ongoing contracts beyond the initial engagement -Preference given to candidates located in Ohio who are open to occasional in-person meetings near Cincinnati, OH Compensation: Trial Period (September–November 2025): Flat project fee based on estimated hours and deliverables (estimated 8 hrs per month) Projected range: $1,200–$1,500 total for initial contract (final rate determined based on scope and experience) Opportunity to transition to a flexible hourly or retainer model if extended past November How to Apply: We’re accepting applications through August 22nd, 2025 until 11:59 pm EST. To apply, please complete this Application Form- https://forms.gle/gsERUpgUzqwJgZtU9 , where you’ll be asked to: -Email us your resume -Answer the following questions (no cover letter required—we value your insights more than polish): -What are your top 5 financial tips for small businesses in their first 5 years? -How do you explain complex tax topics to people with little to no financial background? -What’s your method for helping clients stay organized and audit-ready for deductible expenses? -Can you walk us through how you use QuickBooks reports to shape a pricing or sales strategy? -Share a brief story about a small business client you helped make a significant financial shift—what did you do, and what was the outcome? -Provide at least two professional references (Full Name, Relationship, Email, and Phone) -Share anything else you’d like us to know or consider during the application review