Overview
This role supports clients remotely as an experienced Virtual Tax Professional. Responsibilities include building client relationships, delivering tax services for a range of tax needs, and completing work in compliance with IRS regulations and company standards, with support from an expert team and advanced tax training.
Responsibilities
- Take a consultative approach by understanding clients’ financial goals, identifying potential tax savings, planning the future, and informing clients about available products and services that may assist their objectives
- Establish rapport and trust by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and a sincere commitment to clients’ financial well-being
- Conduct tax interviews to support retail and DIY online clients using virtual tools (video, phone, chat, email)
- Review and complete accurate tax returns for individuals and small businesses in compliance with IRS regulations and company standards
- Analyze IRS transcripts to identify missed prior year filings or opportunities for amendments
- Provide ethical, credible advice regardless of client suggestions
- Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity
- Stay current on tax laws, tools, and technology through ongoing training to improve tax expertise, customer service, and technology skills
- Use digital tools confidently (video, phone, chat, email, and related platforms) to streamline tax preparation and enhance the client experience
- Foster a positive team environment by sharing knowledge, supporting peers, and collaborating with staff to enhance client experience and achieve office goals
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Three years of tax preparation or review experience required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Internet speed of at least 15 Mbps
- Experience with IRS transcripts, amendments, and prior year return identification
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with strong emphasis on virtual collaboration (ability to communicate clearly, provide constructive feedback, and engage effectively across digital platforms)
- Strong knowledge of tax law, including the ability to explain personal tax concepts relevant to the client base
- Analytical skills to interpret, assess, and resolve both routine and complex tax situations
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse, collaborative team environment
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred; equivalent education and practical experience will also be considered
Preferred Qualifications
- Enrolled Agent, Attorney, or CPA designation
- Master’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $21.59 - $32.40/Hr.
- Local minimum wage laws apply.
- Pay decisions depend on job-related factors such as experience, education, skill, performance, and geographic location where work will be performed.
- Successful candidates may be able to participate in one or more incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans, which could generate additional earnings in accordance with the terms of each plan.
- Qualifying associates can enroll themselves and/or eligible dependents in medical and prescription drug coverage; participate in the Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)), Employee Assistance Program, (virtual) fitness center programs, and the associate discount program; are automatically enrolled in Business Travel Accident Insurance; and receive an Associate Tax Prep benefit.
Location
Remote (virtual) role.