Tax Assistant

Employment Type : Full Time & Part Time - Temporary (Hanford, Avenal, & Corcoran)

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Compensation : $16.74 - $19.90 in 4.5 steps

Application Deadline : Open Until Filled

MISSION STATEMENT :

Join Kings Community Action Organization (KCAO) and make a difference in Kings County, CA as a Tax Assistant. KCAO envisions a future where all people in Kings County are able to live with dignity, have access to available resources and have the opportunity, motivation and ability to live economically productive and satisfying lives.

Our Mission : Working as a team, KCAO will seek and provide programs that develop self-sufficiency in individuals, families, and communities within Kings County.

Our Vision : Kings County residents and communities will achieve self-sufficiency through the high quality and client-focused programs of KCAO.

We are a private nonprofit helping people and changing lives in Kings County since 1965. Do you see yourself as part of our team of passionate, committed, and caring people?

JOB SUMMARY :

The Community Trainee – Tax Assistant reports to the Project Coordinator in providing services to eligible community members seeking assistance through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide free tax return preparation for eligible taxpayers
• Tax help to people with low-to-moderate income, senior citizens, persons with disability, those who have limited English proficiency and others who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns
• Screen taxpayers to determine the type of assistance they need and confirm they have the necessary documents to complete their tax returns
• Review tax returns completed by volunteer tax preparers, ensuring that every taxpayer receives top quality service and that the tax returns are error-free
• Attend staff meetings and training as required
• Perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

Meet and maintain all KCAO employment requirements which include :

Must be able to demonstrate KCAO's CORE VALUES, which are :

KCAO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

KCAO participates in the E-Verify program that electronically confirms an employee's authorization to work in the United States that complies with the I-9 form.