Senior Tax Accountant - Client Advisory & Retail

About the Role

In this role, you will work on-site from a TurboTax Retail or Flagship location as part of a collaborative team of financial experts, serving in-person customers who use Intuit TurboTax products. You will serve customers in-person using Intuit TurboTax products, providing 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. Additionally, you will play a key role in growing TurboTax's client base within the local community, attracting new clients, 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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a proactive community ambassador, representing TurboTax locally and engaging with new prospects to convert them into long-term clients through proactive outreach.
• Lead and participate in local marketing efforts with the support of TurboTax to make the topic of taxes accessible and approachable.
• Provide hands-on tax advice and complete preparation services for TurboTax customers, handling simple to complex tax situations such as personal and business income, deductions optimization, and 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.
• Create an exceptional customer experience through professionalism and genuine interest in helping clients achieve their financial goals.
• Connect with people to build 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, addressing client inquiries and helping them overcome tax-related challenges.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted EA, CPA, or attorney license with strong tax preparation experience; deep knowledge of tax law preferred.
• 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 30 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 TurboTax Expert, 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 and work in a front-facing retail environment.
• Must reside within the United States.

Attributes & 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 Expert 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.

Benefits

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company matching
• Paid sick time
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• E&O Insurance provided by Intuit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Intuit products including a free copy of TurboTax
• Ongoing collaboration opportunities with TurboTax's network of growth-minded professionals
• Marketing support

Pay

The expected base pay range for this position is $32.50 - $36.00 per hour in New York. This position will be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards, and benefits in accordance with applicable plans and programs.