Professional Tax Preparer

Professional Tax PreparerBerwynSeasonal Tax Preparer - Customer-Focused Team MemberJackson Hewitt Tax Service | Berwyn, Illinoislearn to our team.Our independently owned Jackson Hewitt office in Berwyn is looking for a dynamic,friendly, and dependable person who enjoys helping customers and works well with others.We value someone who makes clients feel welcome, listens carefully, takes initiative, andcontributes to a positive office environment. We value a strong Tax preparation experienceand a strong customer-service attitude, teamwork, and a willingness to learn.What We Are Looking For- A friendly, pleasant personality. You are approachable, patient, respectful, andgenuinely interested in helping people feel comfortable.- A team-oriented attitude. You work easily with others, communicate clearly,accept guidance, and willingly help wherever needed.- Flexibility and dependability. You arrive on time, follow through on responsibilities,and adapt to changing schedules and office needs.- Initiative and good judgment. You stay calm during busy periods, take ownership ofyour work, and handle client questions professionally.- Computer skills and attention to detail. You are comfortable learning software,entering information accurately, staying organized, and protecting confidentialinformation.English/Spanish bilingual skills are a plus as we serve a large Spanish speakingcommunity.What You Will Do- Welcome clients, build positive relationships, and provide friendly, attentive servicefrom their first visit through completion of their return.- Gather and review client information, prepare accurate individual federal and statetax returns, and explain results clearly using the training and procedures required forthe position.- Work with the team to manage appointments, answer calls, follow up with clients,and keep the office running smoothly.Helpful Experience and Required TrainingPrevious customer service, retail, or other public-facing experience is valuable. Taxpreparation experience is preferred, ideally two years or more. Experience with taxpreparation software and systems - especially Jackson Hewitt - is a plus.Successful completion of required training is necessary before you are authorized toprepare returns. You must also obtain or renew a valid IRS Preparer Tax IdentificationNumber (PTIN) for the applicable calendar year before preparing returns. IRSSchedule and AvailabilityThis is an in-person, seasonal position in Berwyn. Applicants must be availablethroughout the tax season, including weekends and occasional evening shifts.Please provide your available days and hours and your earliest start date.CompensationWe offer competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Specificcompensation terms will be discussed during the interview and hiring process.Call View phone number on click.appcast.io to discuss the position and how to submit your résumé. Tell us aboutyour experience working with customers, your computer skills, and your availability.This position is with our independently owned and operated Jackson Hewitt franchise. Weare an equal opportunity employer.## Working at Jackson HewittJackson Hewitt is an innovator with nearly 6,000 locations, and we're on a mission to change the face of the tax industry. We are an industry-leading provider of full-service individual, federal, and state income tax preparation with offices across the country. Jackson Hewitt is always seeking to improve its financial products, promotions, and partnerships so clients get more.## Taxes are fun (really!)Jackson Hewitt is proud to offer free tax training as well as continuing education for tax preparers across the country. With nearly 6,000 locations to choose from, there's likely a Jackson Hewitt location near you, including at your local Walmart store. Tax preparers have flexible scheduling and various rewards too.PTIN Certification: YesBy submitting this form, I hereby acknowledge that most Jackson Hewitt locations are operated by independent franchisees and not Jackson Hewitt or its affiliates. I further acknowledge that franchisees are independent employers and separate companies and employers from Jackson Hewitt Inc., and set their own employment policies and practices. Franchisees are the exclusive employer of their employees and as such are solely responsible for all employment-related matters and decisions in their locations. Specifically, with regard to employees of franchisees, such franchisees, and not Jackson Hewitt, will have exclusive control over all employment-related decisions, including decisions concerning hiring, firing, wages, conditions of employment, discipline, staffing, or any other day-to-day employment issue. Jackson Hewitt Inc. will have no obligation or right to control any franchise employment issue relating to employees of a Jackson Hewitt franchisee. By applying for a job at a franchise-operated location, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that Jackson Hewitt will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the relevant franchisee for information about its privacy practices. Any communications opt-out that I submit in any franchisee's job application process is specific to that franchisee and will not be communicated to any other entity.LocationWork-Life BalanceWe offer seasonal opportunities and flexible schedules for a variety of positions. That leaves the rest of your time to build out your dreams, grow your skills, spend time with family, and live your life.Jobs with Career PotentialBuild your future - and your resume - with skills that don't age. Get a start in the tax business and build the career you want.Transferable SkillsLearning to prepare taxes will benefit you at Jackson Hewitt and beyond. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jackson Hewitt