Tax Preparer

Tharp Consulting; Mansfield (Tioga County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting is seeking a Tax Associate to provide accurate, client-focused tax preparation for individuals and small businesses in a collaborative team environment.

The role involves interviewing clients, reviewing documents, preparing federal and state tax returns, and interpreting tax laws to maximize deductions and credits while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of tax concepts and current tax law.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and strong documentation skills.
• Effective communication to explain tax outcomes in a client-friendly manner.
• Commitment to confidentiality, compliance, and ethical handling of client information.
• Ability to use tax preparation software and follow established processes.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and review financial documents to gather necessary tax information.
• Analyze tax-related data and prepare federal and state tax returns using tax software and company tools.
• Interpret current tax laws to identify eligible deductions, credits, and tax-saving opportunities.
• Clearly explain tax results and relevant options to clients.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure returns comply with applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with a team environment to deliver quality service.

Skills

Tax concepts

Attention to detail

Client communication

Confidentiality

Tax software use

Job description

Tax Associate role providing accurate, client-focused tax preparation for individuals and small businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Interview clients and review financial documents to gather necessary tax information.
• Analyze tax-related data and prepare federal and state tax returns using tax software and company tools.
• Interpret current tax laws to identify eligible deductions, credits, and tax-saving opportunities.
• Clearly explain tax results and relevant options to clients.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure returns comply with applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with a team environment to deliver quality service.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong knowledge of tax concepts and the ability to apply current tax law.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and strong documentation skills.
• Effective communication to explain tax outcomes in a client-friendly manner.
• Commitment to confidentiality, compliance, and ethical handling of client information.
• Ability to use tax preparation software and follow established processes.