Tax Preparers

Course Advisor

United States

On-site

USD 20,550 - 81,720

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Tax Preparer to prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical and mathematics skills, as well as proficiency in tax laws and accounting software. You'll assist clients in completing tax forms accurately to minimize tax liabilities. This role offers competitive compensation and significant job growth opportunities, particularly in states like Tennessee, Utah, and Nevada. If you are looking for a rewarding career in tax preparation, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

Understanding tax laws and regulations.
Proficiency in accounting software.
Strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.
Consult tax law handbooks to determine preparation procedures.
Compute taxes owed or overpaid and complete forms correctly.

Skills

Active Listening

Reading Comprehension

Critical Thinking

Speaking

Writing

Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Intuit QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Job description

Tax Preparer

Life As a Tax Preparer

Position Description Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.

What Do Tax Preparers Do On a Daily Basis?

Consult tax law handbooks or bulletins to determine procedures for preparation of atypical returns.
Compute taxes owed or overpaid, using adding machines or personal computers, and complete entries on forms, following tax form instructions and tax tables.
Use all appropriate adjustments, deductions, and credits to keep clients’ taxes to a minimum.
Check data input or verify totals on forms prepared by others to detect errors in arithmetic, data entry, or procedures.
Furnish taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to ensure correct tax form completion.
Interview clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.

What Skills Do You Need to Work as a Tax Preparer?

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Mathematics: Using mathematics to solve problems.

Related Job Titles for this Occupation:

Tax Consultant
Income Tax Consultant
Tax Manager
Certified Income Tax Preparer (CTP)
Tax Associate

Is There Job Demand for Tax Preparers?

In the United States, there were 95,900 jobs for Tax Preparer in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 10.7% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 10,300 new jobs for Tax Preparer by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 11,500 job openings in this field each year.

The states with the most job growth for Tax Preparer are Tennessee, Utah, and Nevada. Watch out if you plan on working in Maine, Missouri, or Wyoming. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Average Tax Preparers Salary

Tax Preparers make between $20,550 and $81,720 a year.

Tax Preparers who work in New York, Massachusetts, or Colorado, make the highest salaries.

How much do Tax Preparers make in different U.S. states?

State Annual Mean Salary Alabama $38,520 Alaska $55,760 Arizona $39,270 Arkansas $36,240 California $57,040 Colorado $57,650 Connecticut $50,810 District of Columbia $97,070 Florida $39,020 Georgia $39,950 Hawaii $55,990 Idaho $33,220 Illinois $30,200 Indiana $40,780 Iowa $42,930 Kansas $37,320 Kentucky $37,920 Louisiana $39,590 Maine $38,270 Maryland $52,530 Massachusetts $65,670 Minnesota $50,440 Mississippi $28,770 Missouri $40,480 Montana $40,170 Nebraska $37,530 Nevada $49,030 New Hampshire $49,090 New Jersey $51,840 New Mexico $42,040 New York $63,440 North Carolina $45,460 North Dakota $53,920 Ohio $47,010 Oklahoma $42,820 Oregon $56,960 Pennsylvania $38,910 Rhode Island $41,770 South Carolina $41,000 South Dakota $42,650 Tennessee $46,670 Texas $49,750 Utah $46,470 Vermont $46,830 Virginia $34,090 Washington $38,130 West Virginia $30,910 Wisconsin $45,840 Wyoming $29,160

What Tools do Tax Preparers Use?