Experienced Tax Preparer
About The Position
Jackson Hewitt is hiring an Experienced Tax Preparer for its Hobart office for the upcoming tax season. This is a full-time seasonal opportunity for someone with professional tax preparation experience who enjoys working directly with clients and wants consistent hours throughout tax season. The role involves preparing individual tax returns, conducting client interviews, and providing accurate, friendly service in a fast-paced environment. The preparer will handle federal and state individual income tax returns, review client documentation, identify applicable deductions and credits, explain tax results clearly, and follow IRS due-diligence, documentation, and company procedures. The role may involve recognizing complex tax situations and working with other experienced preparers when appropriate.
Requirements
- At least 2 seasons of professional tax preparation experience.
- Experience preparing individual Form 1040 federal and state income tax returns.
- Strong understanding of common individual tax situations.
- Excellent communication and client-service skills.
- Good computer skills and experience using professional tax preparation software.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage clients efficiently.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid PTIN.
- Willingness to stay current with changes in federal and state tax law.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Schedule C or self-employment.
- Experience with Schedule E or rental properties.
- Experience with investments and capital gains.
- Experience with retirement income.
- Experience with multi-state returns.
- Experience with amended returns.
- Experience with partnerships and S corporations.
- Experience with estates and trusts.
- Experience with IRS and state tax notices.
- EA, AFSP, CPA, or other tax credentials.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate federal and state individual income tax returns.
- Conduct one-on-one client tax interviews.
- Review client documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Identify applicable deductions, credits, and other tax considerations.
- Explain tax returns and results to clients in clear, understandable terms.
- Provide professional, friendly client service.
- Complete returns accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced tax-season environment.
- Follow IRS due-diligence, documentation, and company procedures.
- Recognize more complex tax situations and work with other experienced preparers when appropriate.
Benefits
- Training and development.
- Bonus based on performance.
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible schedule.
- Consistent tax-season hours.
- Continuing tax education and training.
- Established office and client base.
- Collaborative environment with experienced tax professionals.
- Opportunity to return for future tax seasons.
- Opportunities for additional responsibility based on experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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