Experienced Tax Preparer

Jackson Hewitt; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Seasonal bonuses

Flexible schedule

Free personal tax preparation

Job summary

Jackson Hewitt in Great Falls, MT is seeking motivated tax professionals for seasonal positions. You'll build on 1+ seasons of tax prep, earn a base hourly rate plus seasonal performance bonuses, and work directly with clients in a fast-paced, in-person office.

This role offers flexible schedules (part-time and full-time), opportunities for advancement, free continuing tax education and training resources, and perks like free personal tax preparation.

Qualifications

• 1+ seasons preparing individual, trust, or partnership returns in a professional setting.
• Strong client service mindset and communication.
• Basic tech literacy for tax software and portals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tax returns for individuals, trusts, and partnerships.
• Engage with clients in-person to gather information and explain results.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of tax filings.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through training resources.

Skills

Tax preparation

Interpersonal skills

Tech literacy

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule

Ready to maximize your earnings in a high-energy local office?

At Jackson Hewitt, we don’t just process returns—we advocate for the hardest-working Americans. If you have at least one season of tax prep under your belt, we want to help you scale your expertise, work a schedule you control, and unlock performance-based bonuses.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Boost Your Take-Home Pay: Base hourly rate plus seasonal performance bonuses.
• Thrive In-Person: Work directly with clients in a fast-paced, collaborative, face-to-face team environment.
• Control Your Calendar: Truly flexible scheduling options that work around your life. Part time and full time positions are available!
• Keep Your Skills Sharp: Free continuing tax education and training resources.
• Perks For You: Free personal tax preparation.

What You Bring to the Team

• Experience: 1+ seasons preparing individual, trust, or partnership returns in a professional setting.
• Drive: Passion for delivering standout client service and optimizing tax returns.
• Skills: Solid interpersonal communication and basic tech literacy.
• Background: Experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, retail, or client service is preferred.