Tax Preparer - In-Store

Tax Associate - TurboTax Store

Intuit is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our dynamic team as a dedicated Tax Associate - TurboTax Store in one of our new TurboTax locations across the United States on a seasonal basis. This unique opportunity combines tax expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, and community engagement to help customers navigate their tax needs. In this role, you will work on-site from a TurboTax location, and play a key role in growing TurboTax's client base within the local community, establishing long-term relationships and driving customer loyalty. You will leverage TurboTax marketing support and software to empower you in building a thriving business that fosters prosperity for both you and your community.

You will serve customers both in-person and virtually using Intuit TurboTax products. You will leverage your tax expertise to provide full service tax return preparation, tax advice, calculations, and software/product support. Your ability to demonstrate understanding of each customer's unique situation, and connect with them on a personal level is critical to alleviating the stress some may feel when tackling their taxes.

This nonexempt role requires onsite presence at a TurboTax location in the United States and offers both seasonal and year-round opportunities. During the interview process, we will discuss your career goals and availability to match you with the schedule that works best for you.

What You Will Do:

• Be a Proactive Community Ambassador
• Enthusiastically represent TurboTax locally, serving as a fixture and public face of TurboTax in the community.
• Engage with new prospects, nurture leads, and convert prospects into long-term clients through proactive outreach.
• Lead local events with the support of TurboTax, participate in local marketing, and make the topic of taxes accessible and approachable.
• Give Tax Expertise
• Give hands-on tax advice and complete preparation services for TurboTax clients, handling simple to complex tax situations (e.g., personal and business income, deductions optimization, amendments).
• Facilitate discovery sessions and tax reviews to uncover deductions, minimize tax liabilities, maximize refunds, and provide future tax planning advice.
• Utilize resources such as government websites, professional tools, and team expertise to deliver accurate tax solutions in personalized everyday language.
• Deliver a Best in Class Customer Experience
• Create an exceptional customer experience through professionalism, and genuine interest in helping clients achieve their financial goals (e.g., saving for retirement, college funds, weddings, or vacations).
• Connect with people to build the long-term trust that turns a one-time transaction into a loyal, multi-year relationship.
• Interact with customers both in-person and through Intuit's state-of-the-art video communication tools. Address client inquiries while helping them overcome tax-related challenges.

Key Qualifications:

• Possess active, unrestricted credentials: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney with strong tax preparation experience and extensive knowledge of tax laws.
• Have an active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) as required by law to file taxes.
• Must possess or be able to obtain any related State licenses, certificates, permits, or bonds.
• Minimum of 3 years of paid experience filing 50 or more federal and state individual 1040 tax returns per tax season using professional tax preparation software.
• Familiarity with Circular 230
• Must be comfortable working onsite at a TurboTax retail or flagship location, Sunday through Saturday, for a minimum of 20 hours per week. Operating hours are subject to change and will likely scale up during periods of peak customer demand.
• Interest in building a local and online social presence as a Tax Associate, creating accessible tax-related content and resources for your community in accordance with Intuit's policies
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills are a plus
• Experience in holistic tax advisory services beyond tax filing
• Must be willing to wear a TurboTax uniform
• Must be willing to work in a front facing retail environment

Attributes and Skills:

• Passionate about empowering customers and helping them overcome the complexities of taxation.
• Passionate about your local community and excited to work with Intuit to engage with and build Intuit's presence in your local community (e.g., speaking at events, building a local and online social presence, creating content such as tax tips and educational videos).
• Entrepreneurial and self-driven with a business ownership mindset to grow your customer portfolio.
• Exceptional customer service skills, high empathy, and a friendly, professional demeanor.
• Excited to be showcased as a TurboTax Associate in local and national marketing efforts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Proficient with technology, including tax preparation software and CRM/sales tools.

Additional Requirements:

• Must reside within the United States.
• Must possess or be able to obtain any related State licenses, certificates, permits, or bonds.
• Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this position is: Illinois $24.50 - $27.00.