Occupation
Tax preparer
Tax preparers complete tax returns for individuals and small businesses from the records a client supplies, applying the rules in force for that filing period. The work is concentrated around filing deadlines and involves a lot of client contact, since the hardest part is usually getting complete and accurate information.
Also known as: Tax return preparer · Income tax preparer · Personal tax assistant · Tax filing agent
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What the work involves
Interview clients and collect income, expense, and deduction documents.
Check that the records supplied are complete and internally consistent.
Enter data into tax software and apply the credits and reliefs that apply.
Review the finished return with the client and explain what it shows.
File the return and keep records supporting each position taken.
Respond to follow-up correspondence from the tax authority.
Entry-route stepper
How people commonly enter
A short tax preparation course run by a training provider or employer before filing season.
On-the-job training with a tax preparation firm or accounting practice.
A bookkeeping or accounting technician qualification with a taxation component.
An apprenticeship or trainee route in an accountancy or tax practice.
Typical training: Short course or on-the-job training
Licensing: Regulated in some jurisdictions. Confirm the current requirement with the regulator in your province, state, or country.
Pathways: Apprenticeship route
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Typical work context
- Desk based
- Public facing
- Fast paced
- Remote capable
Desk based · Public facing · Fast paced · Remote capable
Related interests
- Conventional (organizing)
- Social (helping)
Conventional (organizing) · Social (helping)
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