Experienced Tax Preparer

Jackson Hewitt - 3591; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Tax training

Continuing education

Advancement opportunities

Company culture

Job summary

Jackson Hewitt in Wake Forest, NC is seeking an Experienced Tax Preparer for a full‑time role with flexible schedules. You’ll apply tax expertise to serve clients in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements include 2+ seasons of tax returns experience, strong customer service, and solid communication. Training and continuing education are offered; on‑site work only.

Compensation ranges from $15 to $20 per hour, with potential for advancement based on performance and franchise needs.

Qualifications

• 2+ seasons of tax returns experience (individual, trust, partnership).
• Passion for extraordinary customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience in accounting, finance, retail, bookkeeping or taxes.

Skills

Tax returns experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Willingness to learn

Job description

Future Opening: Experienced Tax Preparer

Full Time • Wake Forest

Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers! Join our team for an exciting opportunity that offers flexible schedules. Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to propel you to the next level. You will provide exceptional client service while connecting with clients in a fun, fast-paced environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference for the hardest working!

No matter your work background or experience level, we welcome you to apply!

Perks:

• Flexible Schedule Options – Work that works for you!
• Tax preparation training
• Continuing tax education
• Plus, you'll work in a fast-paced, innovative culture with an open and collaborative environment, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.
• And More!

What you need:

• 2+ seasons of previous experience completing individual, trust, and/or partnership tax returns.
• Passion for providing extraordinary customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Experience in accounting, finance, retail, bookkeeping or taxes.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to learn new skills and make an impact.

Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Working at Jackson Hewitt

Jackson Hewitt is an innovator with nearly 6,000 locations, and we’re on a mission to change the face of the tax industry. We are an industry-leading provider of full-service individual, federal, and state income tax preparation with offices across the country. Jackson Hewitt is always seeking to improve its financial products, promotions, and partnerships so clients get more.

Taxes are fun (really!)

Jackson Hewitt is proud to offer free tax training as well as continuing education for tax preparers across the country. With nearly 6,000 locations to choose from, there's likely a Jackson Hewitt location near you, including at your local Walmart store. Tax preparers have flexible scheduling and various rewards too.

PTIN Certification: Yes

By submitting this form, I hereby acknowledge that most Jackson Hewitt locations are operated by independent franchisees and not Jackson Hewitt or its affiliates. I further acknowledge that franchisees are independent employers and separate companies and employers from Jackson Hewitt Inc., and set their own employment policies and practices. Franchisees are the exclusive employer of their employees and as such are solely responsible for all employment-related matters and decisions in their locations. Specifically, with regard to employees of franchisees, such franchisees, and not Jackson Hewitt, will have exclusive control over all employment-related decisions, including decisions concerning hiring, firing, wages, conditions of employment, discipline, staffing, or any other day-to-day employment issue. Jackson Hewitt Inc. will have no obligation or right to control any franchise employment issue relating to employees of a Jackson Hewitt franchisee. By applying for a job at a franchise-operated location, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that Jackson Hewitt will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the relevant franchisee for information about its privacy practices. Any communications opt-out that I submit in any franchisee’s job application process is specific to that franchisee and will not be communicated to any other entity.

More than just a job. Start your career.

Work-Life Balance

We offer seasonal opportunities and flexible schedules for a variety of positions. That leaves the rest of your time to build out your dreams, grow your skills, spend time with family, and live your life.

Stability

Over 150 million people file taxes every year and more than half use tax services.

Be the Difference

Who knows your community better than you do? Join a team that helps your neighbors with what is likely their most important financial transaction of the year.

Recognition and Appreciation

Jackson Hewitt recognizes top performers through the Tax Pro bonus program and other award drawings.

Jobs with Career Potential

Build your future—and your resume with skills that don’t age. Get a start in the tax business and build the career you want.

Giving Back

Retail locations are often heavily involved in their local communities and charities.

Celebrating Success

Districts across the nation host conference calls that start with recognition of wins in client satisfaction, returns completed, and other company objectives. At the end of each tax season, teams in each district come together to celebrate the season’s accomplishments.

Learning to prepare taxes will benefit you at Jackson Hewitt and beyond.

"I like helping people and working with numbers. Being a tax preparer lets me do both. JH provides great training and tools along with terrific management support that allows you to excel in your job and to love doing it!"