How to Become an Income Tax Preparer in OK

Tax season is a confusing time for many people. With so many credits, deductions, and tax law changes it can be difficult for the average person to keep up. This is why we have professional tax preparers. Becoming a tax preparer is a great way to earn some extra cash during the first few months of the year, and it could even lead to a full-time job.

Things You'll Need

• Computer with Internet connection

Instructions

1. Learn to prepare taxes. Knowledge is key to providing quality tax preparation services and there are many places in Oklahoma where an individual can learn to prepare taxes. Tax service businesses, such as Jackson Hewitt or H&R Block, offer tax training as well as schools, including Oklahoma City Community College and Tulsa Community College.

2. Apply for a Preparer Tax Identification Number with the Internal Revenue Service. All tax preparers are required to include their PTIN or Social Security Number on every tax return that they prepare. A PTIN can be obtained by visiting the IRS website.

3. Apply for jobs. Tax preparers in Oklahoma are employed by a number of accounting firms, government agencies, and tax preparation businesses. Tax preparation businesses who offer tax training often hire many of their students upon completion of training, so be sure to have your resume ready at all times.

References

• Jackson Hewitt: Tax School

Resources

• Internal Revenue Service: Form W-7 Application for Preparer Tax Identification Number