Tax Compliance Auditor
About The Position
The Tax Compliance Auditor works directly with the Director of Compliance and Compliance Process Manager to review individual tax returns involving certain schedules and tax credits. The role helps identify unusual tax practices in tax offices and test compliance with Liberty Tax policies and procedures, Internal Revenue Service requirements, and state statutes, rules, and regulations. It performs analytical and investigative services in collaboration with compliance staff. The position is seasonal and hourly. It may be performed at a corporate office in Hurst, Texas, or Virginia Beach, Virginia, or remotely. Preferred hours are 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. EST. The employee is expected to convey Liberty Tax’s R.E.A.L. mission and values; the company encourages team bonding and interaction with colleagues. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The role is not exposed to weather conditions.
Requirements
- Knowledge of IRS regulations concerning the Earned Income Tax Credit and preparer due diligence.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with technology and solid knowledge of computer operations and software.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or EA certification.
- Three or more years of individual income tax preparation experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist in monitoring tax compliance at franchise and managed-operation stores with IRS requirements, Liberty Tax policies and procedures, and federal and state tax statutes.
- Review individual tax returns for compliance with IRS regulations governing personal income tax returns, including returns reporting W-2 income, Schedule C business income and expenses, Schedule A deductions, refundable education, fuel tax, Earned Income Tax, and Additional Child Tax credits, and tax-return re-signatures.
- Communicate findings to franchisees and managed-operation store personnel.
- Report results to appropriate departments and upper management.
- Cultivate and maintain positive, productive, and professional relationships with staff, colleagues, and franchisees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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