Jobs · Accounting · Illinois

Tax Professional - Retail

val's services · Evanston, IL · 1 mo ago
AccountingFull-time

About the role

This position involves serving as a dedicated retail tax expert at a TurboTax location, providing in-person tax assistance, advice, and software support to customers. You will act as a trusted advisor, helping clients navigate simple to complex tax situations, optimize deductions, and plan for the future. Additionally, you will serve as a community ambassador, engaging prospects, fostering long-term relationships, and promoting the brand through local marketing efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Offer hands-on tax preparation, advice, and reviews, utilizing professional tools and resources
  • Create an exceptional customer experience by understanding client needs and building trust
  • Engage with the community by representing TurboTax, generating leads, and supporting local marketing initiatives
  • Build and maintain long-term client relationships, contributing to community prosperity

Qualifications & Skills

  • Active, unrestricted EA, CPA, or attorney license with at least 3 years of tax preparation experience, including filing 30+ federal and state returns annually
  • Strong knowledge of tax law and familiarity with Circular 230
  • Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) and ability to obtain necessary state licenses
  • Comfortable working onsite, in a retail environment, with excellent communication skills
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus
  • Entrepreneurial mindset, customer-focused attitude, and proficiency with tax software and CRM tools

Attributes

  • Passionate about empowering customers
  • Community engagement
  • Self-driven
  • Empathetic
  • Professional
  • Adaptable
  • Tech-savvy

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