Tax Specialist - College Athlete NIL Tax Returns (1099 Contractor)

About Proven Proven provides fractional CFO, CHRO, CMO, COO services, outsourced accounting, and HR support to growth-stage companies. We're expanding our services to address the unique tax needs of college athletes. Position Overview We're seeking an experienced tax professional to join us as a 1099 contractor specializing in tax preparation and planning for college athletes receiving NIL income. This is an emerging market with significant growth potential as thousands of student-athletes navigate complex multi-state tax obligations for the first time. The Opportunity College athletes are now receiving substantial NIL payments but face unique challenges: - Income reported on 1099 forms with no withholding - Multi-state tax obligations based on game schedules (similar to professional athletes) - Limited financial knowledge and family support - Need for estimated tax planning and quarterly payments This role offers the opportunity to build a specialized practice serving a growing market with guaranteed payment through our partnerships. Responsibilities - Prepare federal and multi-state tax returns for college athletes receiving NIL income - Calculate state tax obligations based on athletic schedules and game locations - Develop estimated tax payment schedules and withholding recommendations - Create templates and systems for efficient, scalable tax preparation - Advise athletes and families on tax planning strategies - Coordinate with NIL agencies for payment deduction and processing - Build repeatable processes as the practice scales - Active CPA, EA (Enrolled Agent), or tax attorney credential - 3+ years of tax preparation experience - Experience with multi-state tax returns - Proficiency with tax preparation software (TurboTax Professional, ProSeries, Lacerte, or similar) Strong understanding of: - 1099 income taxation - State income tax allocation rules - Estimated tax requirements - Self-employment tax considerations Preferred Qualifications - Experience with professional athlete tax returns or multi-state taxation - Familiarity with apportionment rules for athletes/entertainers - Knowledge of NCAA sports and college athletic schedules - Experience building scalable tax preparation systems - Comfort working with young adults and families with limited tax knowledge Apply tot his job