Tax Coordinator Assistant (PT Temporary)

Community Action Committee of Pike County Position Title: Tax Coordinator Assistant FTE: .
60 24hrs/wek FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt OUR MISSION… It is the mission of the Community Action Committee of Pike County to improve the well-being and independence of those we serve.
OUR VISION… It is the vision of the Community Action Committee of Pike County to be the leading community service provider and employer of choice in the region.
OUR LOCATIONS… EQUAL OPPORTUNITY COMMITMENT… Community Action Committee of Pike County is an equal opportunity employer.
No personnel decisions concerning any term or condition of employment shall be based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, Vietnam-era status, age, military status, place of birth, or genetic information, except where such criteria constitute a bona fide occupational requirement.
Position Impact and Purpose… The Tax Coordinator Assistant is responsible for assisting with the Volunteer Income Tax Program (VITA) and Financial Literacy Program under the direction of the OMJ & BRN Supervisor.
The Volunteer Income Tax Program (VITA) and Financial Literacy Program are dedicated to assisting individuals with free income tax preparation service and other support services to assist them in gaining financial independence.
Estimated Effort: 90% Responsibilities, Deliverables, Outcomes and Expectations · Assist in the scheduling, of income tax preparation services at assigned income tax preparation work sites and ensure sites run smoothly.
· Responsible for meeting, greeting, and assisting with the needs of the customers in a courteous and professional manner to provide appropriate tax and financial literacy services via the FREE Tax Preparation Program.
· Complete and pass all IRS-required income tax certification training each year prior to the tax season.
· Assists Program Coordinator in recruitment of tax volunteers.
· Keeps up-to-date on the constant changes in the tax law that impact the program and income tax returns.
· Serves as an Income Tax Intake, Preparer, Reviewer, and VITA Site Coordinator as needed.
· Assists in outreach activities informing the public of the services provided by the Program.
· Ensures that all income tax returns filed meet the highest standards of quality and accuracy.
· Tracks client information and program data using the online tax software and client check–in spreadsheet · Assists in the OMJ Career Center as needed including coverage of the Career Center.
Estimated Effort: 10% Responsibilities, Deliverables, Outcomes and Expectations · Must be able to research and resolve income tax-related questions within the Tax Program scope.
· Serves as part of a CAC committee and collaborates to promote program activities, service coordination, and continuous improvement measures.
· Serves as a representative of the Workforce & Business Development Program on assigned committees and outside boards and associations as deemed appropriate.
· Performs all other duties assigned by his/her supervisor Minimum Requirements… Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
9th grade math proficiency as demonstrated by testing.
Job-Related Experience: Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs especially Excel People Management Experience: Not required.
Licenses, Certifications, and Accreditations: VITA Program certifications including Standards of Conduct, VITA Site Coordinator, Basic, Advanced, and Military prior to tax season.
Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable under the agency insurance.
Preferred Qualifications… · No preferences are listed for this position Working Conditions… Position is in a well-lighted office environment.
This position requires occasional local travel for the purpose of engaging with assigned programs/departments.
Occasional evening and weekend travel/work is required.
Work is fast paced and involves multiple, sometimes competing priorities along with the management of complex project details.
Can involve moderate-to-high levels of stress.