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.

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