Tax Preparer

Job Description

Job Description

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* Tax Preparer – Full-Time Position
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* Join Our Team!**

We are seeking a dependable, professional, and detail-oriented Full-Time Tax Preparer to join our team. This position will primarily focus on preparing individual and business tax returns while also assisting with bookkeeping, payroll, client communication, and general office operations.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates integrity, professionalism, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing excellent client service.

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* Position:
Tax Preparer
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* Employment Type:
** Full-Time

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* Work Schedule

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* Tax Season (January – April 15):**

• Monday – Saturday
• Regular hours are approximately 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Additional hours may be required as needed during peak tax season

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* Off-Season:**

• Monday – Tuesday
• Thursday – Friday

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* Benefits
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• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement benefits after 3 years of employment
• Opportunity to develop skills in tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and client services

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* Qualifications & Requirements
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• High School Diploma required
• Associate Degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field preferred
• Previous tax preparation experience is preferred but not required
• Must have a general working knowledge of computers and be able to apply those skills effectively
• Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and coworkers
• Must interact with clients in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner
• Must maintain a well-groomed, clean, and professional appearance
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check
• Applicants must have no felony convictions or financial crimes
• Any criminal history will be carefully reviewed as part of the hiring process
• Must have all required tax returns filed and no unresolved tax issues that would prevent the applicant from obtaining an IRS Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) , which is required for this position
• Must be available to work Monday–Saturday during tax season and additional hours as needed
• Drug testing is required
• Must demonstrate a high level of integrity and maintain a good professional reputation

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* Primary Responsibilities
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• Prepare individual and business tax returns accurately and efficiently
• Communicate with clients regarding their tax returns
• Contact clients to obtain necessary tax information and documentation
• Answer client questions and assist clients in understanding their tax-related matters
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls
• Respond to client emails and other communications
• Assist with bookkeeping and payroll as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and financial information
• Assist management and other team members with various office responsibilities
• Provide support in other areas of the business as tasks and needs arise
• Maintain a professional and welcoming environment for clients

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* The Ideal Candidate
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The ideal candidate is someone who is honest, dependable, organized, professional, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with people and numbers. We are looking for an individual who takes pride in their work, learns quickly, handles confidential information responsibly, and is willing to assist wherever needed to help our office serve its clients successfully.

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* If you are looking for an opportunity to become part of a professional team and build a long-term career in tax preparation and accounting services, we would love to hear from you!**

Company Description

Christian company helping people with their taxes since 1978.

Christian company helping people with their taxes since 1978.