Tax Preparer- 2026 Tax Season

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Title: Tax Preparer

Reports to: Program Manager

Job Status: Seasonal, Hourly, Full-time

Start/End Date: January 5, 2026 to April 17, 2026

Primary Location: Tax Site - Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw Counties

About Accounting Aid Society

Accounting Aid Society is a mission-driven organization committed to advancing economic mobility and alleviating poverty through free tax assistance, small business support, and community partnerships. Named a Crain’s Best-Managed Nonprofit, we’re more than tax experts—we’re relationship builders using financial services to create a more inclusive economy.

Schedule & Availability:

• Duration: January 2, 2026 – April 15, 2026
• Workdays: Monday through Saturday (6 days/week)
• Shift:
  • Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (8-hour shifts)
  • Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Training Dates:

• Monday–Friday, January 5–16

Tax Site Dates of Operation:

• January & March: Tuesday–Saturday
• February & April: Monday–Saturday

• Screen clients and complete intake documentation
• Prepare accurate federal, state, and local tax returns
• Ensure all returns are reviewed by a Site Supervisor before client departure
• Adhere to IRS guidelines regarding client confidentiality
• Complete all necessary administrative paperwork
• Refer clients to additional service providers as needed

Financial Services & Asset Building

• Identify clients eligible for financial education and asset-building products
• Explain the benefits of financial services and connect clients to relevant resources
• Support initiatives that promote financial stability and wealth-building

• Participate in outreach and community engagement activities as assigned
• Share ideas for future outreach opportunities with your supervisor

• Build trust and teamwork with open and honest communications across our organization, and with our volunteers, our community, and our partners
• Assist with basic site operations including equipment, supplies, and client support
• Help maintain internal office procedures and onboarding materials
• Attend any AAS meeting or event outside office hours, as requested
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years of college coursework or equivalent work experience
• Comfortable using computers and learning new software
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to quickly learn and apply tax law and procedures
• Maturity, professionalism, and a high level of integrity
• Bilingual (English/Spanish/Arabic) or previous tax prep experience a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer
• Frequent typing, writing, and handling of documents
• Occasional walking, bending, lifting (up to 20 lbs.)
• Clear verbal communication in client interactions

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accounting Aid Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.