Seasonal Tax Preparer - Entry Level, Flexible Schedule

Jackson Hewitt - 2073; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Jackson Hewitt - 2073 is seeking a Seasonal Entry Level Tax Preparer to guide clients through tax codes, prepare returns, and provide IRS audit support. You will conduct face-to-face interviews, ensure accurate filings, and help grow the client base with complementary services.

The role offers flexible schedules (day/night/weekends/ weekdays) and opportunities to learn a new career in tax. Prior accounting or tax exposure helps, and PTIN certification is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required or preferred.
• PTIN Certification: Yes.
• Experience in accounting, finance, retail, bookkeeping, or tax preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face tax interviews with clients.
• Prepare complete and accurate tax returns.
• Generate business growth and increase client retention.
• Provide clients with IRS audit support.
• Complete all tax forms in compliance with policies, and in accordance with regulations.
• Collection and processing of clients’ payments while ensuring timely deposits.
• Marketing and business generation efforts.
• Furnishes taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to ensure correct tax form completion.
• Answer client questions and provide future tax planning to clients.
• Resolve client complaints or refer situations to the supervisor for resolution.
• Support office priorities through teamwork and collaboration.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Experience in a fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Sales and/or marketing experience

Accounting/finance/tax experience

PTIN Certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Jackson Hewitt - 2073 is seeking a Seasonal Entry Level Tax Preparer to guide clients through tax codes, prepare returns, and provide IRS audit support. You will conduct face-to-face interviews, ensure accurate filings, and help grow the client base with complementary services.

The role offers flexible schedules (day/night/weekends/ weekdays) and opportunities to learn a new career in tax. Prior accounting or tax exposure helps, and PTIN certification is required.