Overview
This virtual, customer-facing role provides expert guidance on business tax preparation and explanations of tax and technical terms to customers. The position supports customers as they work through their taxes using business tax preparation products, including partnership and S corporation return preparation.
Responsibilities
- Interact with customers in a virtual environment using video communications software.
- Assist customers 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 customer empathy and deep knowledge of business tax preparation and books-to-tax accounting entries.
- Use government websites, professional resources, and team expertise to find and deliver accurate answers in 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 as determined by the business, including (but not limited to) compliance trainings, proficiency-based up-skilling, cross-training, and professional development. Training requirements may 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.
- Schedule C returns experience (sole proprietorships) is required.
- Business tax return preparation experience 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.
- Active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).
- Working knowledge of Circular 230.
- Proficient with technology; solid knowledge of computer operations and software.
- Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with customers through video and audio tools professionally.
- 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 work 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 Intuit Security criteria and a quiet location to work.
- Must reside in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bookkeeping experience with books-to-tax preparation.
Compensation & Benefits
- Expected base pay range (by location):
- 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. The employer conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender to drive ongoing pay equity.
Location
United States (virtual role). Pay ranges vary by location: Bay Area California, Southern California, Colorado, New York, and Washington.