Site Coordinator for Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program - Warrenton
ORGANIZATION: People Inc. Northern Piedmont Regional Office
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The VITA program offers free tax help to people with low-to-moderate income, senior citizens, persons with disability, those who have limited English proficiency and others who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. Our Warrenton, VA site prepares taxes on Saturdays by appointment only (January-April).
The Site Coordinator coordinates the tax site making sure that the site runs smoothly. He or she solves any problems as professionally as possible keeping in mind that the clients are the top priority. The Site Coordinator also assures that all services rendered to the clients are done so in an atmosphere of respect as our mission dictates.
Duties include:
Supervising opening and closing of site, ensuring all necessary materials and supplies are available
Ensuring all volunteer tax preparers working at the site have been IRS-trained and certified
Coordinating work of tax preparers and other volunteers, making sure that every detail is completed with the utmost accuracy and efficiency.
E-Filing all returns at the end of the day in preparation for a report acknowledging that all returns were received. For rejected returns, correcting the incorrect information to resubmit.
Filing and maintaining paperwork, including intake forms, and providing for secure storage of documents per IRS regulations
Preparing taxes and tax forms when necessary to accommodate customers if there are open computers
Being available to answer and respond to tax questions from clients and tax preparers. If the volunteer suspects any fraud, the site coordinator will assist in asking questions that may draw out the correct information.
Ensuring confidentiality of all records at their site.
Completing tasks necessary to maintaining a safe working environment for volunteers and clients.
Providing quality control for all aspects of operation including filing accuracy and effective customer service
Delegating any job that is necessary for smooth operation at the site.
Qualifications:
Certified as a preparer by the IRS, preferably at the advanced level. Free training is provided.
Previous tax/accounting background/education preferred
Strong computer skills
Good verbal communication skills
Ability to manage volunteers and interact with VITA clients
Well organized, capable of managing operations of a site
THIS IS A VOLUNTEER POSITION
More opportunities with People Inc. Northern Piedmont Regional Office
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About People Inc. Northern Piedmont Regional Office
Location:
9324 West Street Suite 201 Manassas VA, Warrenton, VA 20186, US
Mission Statement
To provide opportunities for economically disadvantaged people to reach their goals in order to enhance their lives, their families, and their communities.
Description
Every person needs support from others. People Incorporated promotes the dignity of individuals and families, moves people into the economic mainstream, and works to develop existing strengths and resources within communities. All of our efforts are directed by the concerns, hopes, needs and dreams of the people we serve.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
St. James Episcopal ChurchCulpeper StreetWarrenton, VA 20186
DATE POSTED
August 8, 2017
SKILLS
- Office Management
- Financial Service Assistance
- ETC / Tax Assistance
- Management
- CSR / Volunteer Coordination
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
N/A