Tax Preparer Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of tax preparer. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance to Tax Interns and Associates in the scanning and preparation of tax returns; make recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy, efficiency and tax saving opportunities.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Prior history of working in Ultra-Tax software preferred
• Role requires someone who is process oriented and highly organized
• UltraTax software experience strongly preferred
• Bilingual (English & Cantonese / Russian)
• Tax preparation requires extensive contact with the general public
• Able to restore backups and obtain reports necessary for income tax preparation
• Able to research internal revenue code in order to properly prepare income tax returns
• Knowledge of Personal Income Taxes Tax Law

In response to your job posting for tax preparer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for income tax accounting guidance and training to various stakeholders on the tax team.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Work independently and as apart of a team
• Develop a well-organized system to account for financial transactions by establishing a chart of accounts
• Assisting with 1040 returns
• Prior tax preparation experience
• Proficient in MS systems
• Have been to tax school
• Active PTIN highly preferred
• Tax - Individual

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the tax preparer position.

Previously, I was responsible for monthly tax-effect accounting calculations for reporting (Tax Integrator), assist in the preparation of annual income tax returns and reconcile tax related accounts.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Excellent computer skills especially in QuickBooks and Excel
• Enrolled Agent certification and/or C.P.A
• Experience with Thomson Reuters’ Tax Accounting software programs – UltraTax CS, Planner CS, and FixedAssets CS– is desirable
• Proficient in understanding tax planning and strategy
• Have an achievement-oriented attitude
• Become an integral part of the team and make an impact
• Detail oriented, efficient, and positive attitude
• Experience with UltraTax preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the tax preparer position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for designated outside expatriate service provider with tax information for preparation of personal income tax return in home and host country of assignees.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Successful completion of Tax Knowledge Assessment or equivalent
• QuickBooks knowledge is desirable
• Proficiency with Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word and OneNote)
• Individual Tax
• Intuit Lacerte
• Individual tax return preparation preferred
• Knowledge of basic accounting concepts involved in tax return preparation preferred
• UltraTax and Quickbooks experience preferred

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the tax preparer position.

Previously, I was responsible for information used in the tax return preparation, and reconciling such information to the corresponding tax accounts on the general ledger system.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• ProSeries Tax 1040 software
• QuickBooks knowledge is desirable, proficiency with Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word and OneNote)
• Willingness to work Saturdays and evenings
• Knowledge of Itemization, self-employment income and expenses allowed by the IRS
• Ultra Tax knowledge
• Skilled in QuickBooks
• Previous accounting or tax prep experience
• Previous tax preparation experience preferred