Tax Masters Tax Preparer Jobs in Houston

The Tax Preparer is responsible for preparing and completing individual, S corporation and partnership tax returns, assuring compliance with federal, state and local tax laws and regulations, and minimizing tax liability through sound and informed application of laws and regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Compute taxes owed or overpaid, using adding machines or personal computers, and complete entries on forms, following tax form instructions and tax tables
• Interview clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances
• Prepare or assist in preparing simple to complex tax returns for individuals, corporations and/or partnerships
• Review financial records such as prior tax returns, income statements and documentation of expenditures in order to determine forms needed to prepare tax returns
• Use all appropriate adjustments, deductions, and credits to keep clients’ taxes to a minimum
• Consult tax law handbooks or bulletins in order to determine procedures for preparation of atypical returns
• Furnish taxpayers with sufficient information and advice in order to ensure correct tax form completion

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization and follow-through skills
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
• Experience with tax preparation systems such as UltraTax
• 3 or more years experience preparing taxes for individuals, corporations and partnerships
• Must be able to work at a fast-paced environment under pressure and with accuracy
• High school diploma or equivalent required, some college or tax preparation training preferred