VITA-Income Tax Return Reviewer

The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.

College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervises the completion of individual income tax returns and reviews the completed returns to ensure accuracy

Responsibilities

• Review tax return for accuracy and completeness, resolve errors and correspond with tax preparer to obtain missing information prior to electronic submission
• Respond to tax preparer and customer questions regarding tax returns during the preparation of the return; Research tax topics on case by case basis
• Draft replies to tax correspondence including compiling required documents, and calling tax authorities as needed
• Meet IRS training requirements, including passing certification exams, and staying current with federal and state tax laws. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required

Experience

3 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state individual 1040 tax returns for clients/customers, using commercial tax preparation software

Working knowledge of Circular 230

Experience working with IRS and state tax authorities

Proficient with technology; solid knowledge of computer operations and software

Strong customer service skills - ability to interact professionally

Strong verbal and written communication skill

Licenses and Certifications

CPA (Certified Public Accountant), designation preferred with tax preparation experience and extensive knowledge of individual income tax laws

Working Conditions:

Pay Grade: 25.75

College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. The College of DuPage is committed to recruiting and retaining high performing talent to our institution, continuing our tradition of excellence. We encourage all people across the broad spectrum of those communities we serve to explore and apply for positions at COD for which they believe they are qualified.

College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law.