Freelance Spanish-to-English Translators & Editors: Financial, Tax & Legal Projects

Company: JTG, inc.
Location: Remote (U.S.-based only)
Employment Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor
Reports To: Project Manager

About JTG

Founded in 1995, JTG is an employee-owned (ESOP) company specializing in language services, training, and analytics. JTG supports a wide range of U.S. government and commercial clients, delivering secure, high-quality language solutions across complex and sensitive subject areas.

Position Overview

JTG is seeking experienced freelance Spanish-to-English translators and editors in support of a U.S. federal government contract. Assignments involve written translation and editorial review of sensitive financial, tax, and legal materials from Spanish to English. All linguists must successfully complete a government-mandated background investigation prior to beginning work.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate documents involving financial, accounting, regulatory, and tax-related subject matter
• Perform accurate English summaries of audio files and translate transcripts into the target language, in accordance with project specifications
• Apply domain-specific terminology and follow designated style guides and quality standards
• Review and provide quality control on other linguists’ work
• Communicate clearly and professionally in written and spoken English
• Meet deadlines while maintaining strict confidentiality and data-handling requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience translating from Spanish to English, with demonstrated focus on financial, tax, or legal subject matter
• Proficiency in Spanish, English, and Spanish-to-English translation at Interagency Level Roundtable (ILR) level 4 or above or equivalent
• Deep familiarity with financial, accounting, tax, and legal terminology in both Spanish and English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Must successfully complete and maintain a federal agency-mandated background investigation (Moderate Background Investigation or equivalent)
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency

Education

• Bachelor’s degree
• Degrees in translation, linguistics, finance, accounting, law, or a related field are strongly preferred

Additional Information

• This is a freelance / independent contractor position
• Work is project-based; assignment volume may vary
• Some projects may require enhanced suitability review or additional vetting depending on content sensitivity.