- Oversee day-to-day remote tax preparation operations
- Prepare and/or review individual federal and state income tax returns
- Support tax preparers with workflow and operational questions
- Monitor return accuracy, documentation, and completion
- Maintain secure and confidential taxpayer information
- Follow applicable IRS due diligence and electronic filing requirements
- Communicate professionally with clients and tax preparers
- Maintain organized client and tax preparation records
- Assist with developing and maintaining client relationships
- Participate in required operational and compliance training
- Ensure applicable filing deadlines and internal procedures are followed
- Build and maintain a personal tax client portfolio
- Develop strategies to attract new clients and increase tax return volume
- Promote the tax business through marketing, networking, and community engagement
- Identify opportunities to expand services and increase revenue
- Create plans for long-term business growth and client retention
- Recruit and build a team of tax preparers
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support throughout tax season
- Manage daily tax business operations and client workflow
- Ensure client documentation is collected and maintained properly
- Monitor submitted returns and funded return activity
- Follow IRS guidelines, due diligence requirements, and professional standards
- Promote accurate and ethical tax preparation practices
- Deliver excellent customer service and build lasting client relationships
- Educate clients throughout the tax preparation process
- Take ownership of business goals, growth, and results
Requirements
- An active EFIN or the ability to apply for and obtain IRS approval
- A valid PTIN when personally preparing federal tax returns for compensation
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Reliable computer and internet access
- Ability to protect confidential taxpayer information
- Strong attention to detail and professionalism
- Tax preparation, tax office, or team leadership experience preferred
- Applicants without an EFIN must obtain applicable IRS approval before performing activities that require an EFIN
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in tax preparation and compliance, with a strong focus on client relationship management and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead a team, ensure adherence to IRS guidelines, and drive business growth through strategic client engagement.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Tax Preparation
- Client Relationship Management
- IRS Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Operational Efficiency
Hard Skills
- Federal Income Tax Returns
- State Income Tax Returns
- Tax Documentation
- Due Diligence Requirements
- Tax Business Operations
- Client Workflow Management
- Tax Return Accuracy Monitoring
- Client Portfolio Management
- Business Growth Strategies
- Revenue Expansion
Soft Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
- Customer Service
Certifications & Qualifications
Industry Keywords
- IRS Guidelines
- Tax Preparation Practices
- Confidential Taxpayer Information
- Operational Training
- Client Retention
Tools & Technologies
- Secure Tax Software
- Electronic Filing Systems
- Remote Communication Tools