Seasonal Business Tax Expert

Overview

This virtual, customer-facing role provides expert guidance, tax preparation, and clear explanations of tax and technical terms for customers using business tax products.

You will help customers complete their taxes and manage complex business tax returns for Partnerships and S Corporations. The role also involves delivering support through video communications and documenting customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a virtual, customer-facing specialist using video communications software to interact with customers.
• Assist business customers who are working on their tax returns or who have delegated their tax returns with:
  • Tax advice
  • Full Service Business return preparation and signature
  • Product/software inquiries
  • Understanding tax calculations
  • Filing tax extensions
• Create high-quality customer interactions and experiences using deep customer empathy and expertise in business tax preparation and books-to-tax accounting entries.
• Use government websites, professional resources, and team expertise to find and deliver the right answers using everyday language.
• Apply defined practices, procedures, and company policies to troubleshoot and resolve customer tax advice and tax return preparation issues.
• Document customer interactions.
• Work continuously toward meeting company key performance metrics and Big Bet Goals.
• Participate in pilot testing, projects, and experience validations as needed.
• Complete required training and development, including compliance trainings and proficiency-based up-skilling; training requirements are subject to change based on business needs.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state business tax returns (1065 and/or 1120-S) for at least 20 clients/customers per season for compensation, using commercial tax preparation software.
• Active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney.
• 2 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state individual 1040 tax returns for clients/customers for compensation, using commercial tax preparation software.
• Experience preparing Schedule C returns (sole proprietorships) is required.
• Experience preparing Business Tax returns for service industry customers is required.
• Bookkeeping experience with books-to-tax preparation is strongly preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain any related state licenses, certificates, permits, or bonds.
• Must possess an active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).
• Working knowledge of Circular 230.
• Proficient with technology, including solid knowledge of computer operations and software.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact with customers through video and audio tools in a professional, friendly, and confident manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, research skills, and determination.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to commit to working during peak filing periods, including the March 15 and April 15 deadlines.
• Must have (or be willing to obtain) a dedicated hardwired internet connection that meets company security criteria and a quiet location to work.
• Must reside in the United States.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected base pay range (pay for performance rewards approach):
  • Bay Area California: $41.51 - $53.04
  • Southern California: $41.51 - $53.04
  • Colorado: $39.53 - $50.51
  • New York: $41.51 - $53.04
  • Washington: $41.51 - $53.04
• This position may be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards, and benefits in accordance with applicable plans and programs.
• Pay offered is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.
• Regular comparisons are conducted to support pay equity across categories of ethnicity and gender.

Location

United States (virtual role; base pay ranges listed for Bay Area California, Southern California, Colorado, New York, and Washington).