Volunteer Tax Preparer

at  Catholic Social Services

Catholic Social Service’s is currently looking for a Volunteer Tax Preparer in Lloydminster, AB!

DESIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Previous accounting and Tax Return preparation skills and experience an asset
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to follow CRA tax return
• Proficient in Canada Revenue Agency software
• Reliable and highly trustworthy
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Willingness to do routine or repetitive tasks
• Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality
• Computer skills an asset

PURPOSE OF VOLUNTEER POSITION:

Assist Lloydminster office by providing the community with support and assistance in the completion of their tax returns.

RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS:

• Participate in Agency Volunteer Tax Program
• Use online CRA approved software to submit completed tax returns
• Successful completion of Canada Revenue Agency Tax Return Training (MANDATORY)
• Represent the Agency in a professional and ethical manner
• Assist with the analysis of tax related forms and other supporting documentation
• Use the Agency volunteer platform for registration and to report volunteer hours in a timely manner.
• Record and report, on a monthly basis, your match activities, progress, and hours worked, to the Volunteer Coordinator by the 5th of each month at the latest
• Report immediately any match concerns, problems, and/or needs to the Volunteer Coordinator
• Adhere to the Agency’s Code of Volunteer Conduct
• Comply with Agency and Program policy, practices and expectations related to the volunteer placement.