Seasonal Tax Preparer

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Finance & AccountingTax Specialist

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Finance & AccountingTax Specialist

Benefits:

Training & development
Bonus based on performance
Flexible schedule

Have tax preparation experience and ready to build on it?

Our independently owned and operated Jackson Hewitt franchise is looking for tax preparers with 1–3 years or tax seasons of experience to join our Northwest Indiana team for the upcoming tax season.

If you've completed at least one tax season and want to strengthen your skills while working directly with clients, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Prepare federal and state individual income tax returns
Conduct one-on-one client tax interviews
Review W-2s, 1099s and other tax documents
Identify common deductions and tax credits
Explain tax returns and results to clients
Provide friendly, professional customer service
Follow IRS due-diligence and documentation requirements
Work with experienced preparers when more complex tax situations arise

What We're Looking For

1–3 years or tax seasons of tax preparation experience
Experience preparing individual Form 1040 returns
Basic understanding of federal and state individual income taxes
Good communication and client-service skills
Comfortable computer skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Willingness to learn and develop your tax knowledge
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid PTIN

Additional experience is a plus, but not required, including Schedule C/self-employment, Schedule E/rental property, investments, retirement income, multi-state returns or amended returns.

Flexible Scheduling & Four Locations

Seasonal opportunities are available at our Jackson Hewitt franchise locations in:

Hobart
Merrillville
Portage
Gary

Depending on office needs, schedules may include daytime, evening and weekend hours. Let us know your availability and preferred location when applying.

Why Join Our Team?