tax preparer

Handles your filings

A tax preparer is someone who helps others complete and file tax returns, either as a paid professional or informally.

The term covers a range from seasonal workers at storefront services to certified public accountants: I take my taxes to a preparer every year.

Also called a tax professional.

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e-filing · tax return · amendments · withholding · credits · tax planning · quarterly · W-2 · 1040 · auditor · audit trail · tax software · compliance · IRS · Schedule C · refund · penalties · exemptions

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role in tax process

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Official reviewing filed returns

revenue agent · tax collector · tax assessor · tax authority · forensic accountant

financial service orientation

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One who pursues repayment

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