Tax Preparer

Volunteer Tax Preparer | Disability Alliance BC

Location: Vancouver BC

Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross disability voice in British Columbia. We are a non-profit, charitable organization that champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities.

Our mission is to promote a more inclusive and equitable society for people with all disabilities through direct services, community partnerships, systemic advocacy, research, and publications. through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.

Program Description

Tax AID DABC partners with the Together Against Poverty Society, the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society, and the Active Support Against Poverty Society, to provide free support to people with disabilities across BC to file their taxes.

Job Description

DABC is seeking several volunteers who are passionate about community work to join our Tax AID program, year-round. Volunteers will work one-onone to assist people with disabilities with their income taxes, with supervision of the Senior Tax Advocate. Volunteers will work remotely and will be able to set their own schedule.

Duties

• Complete income tax returns in accordance with Revenue Canada guidelines
• Report questions or concerns to the Income Tax Clinic supervisor The successful volunteer must have:
• 1+ year of experience with client tax filing
• Good computer and technology skills; (Microsoft Office Suite, experience working with UFile is an asset)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong desire to help and serve our community of people with disabilities
• An ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Successful Volunteers must also be able to:

• Pass a Criminal Record Check
• Obtain an EFILE number (personal tax filings are current; no outstanding tax debt; not in bankruptcy)

The following are strong assets for this position:

• Lived experience with provincial disability benefits
• Experience in the non-profit sector
• Experience supporting people with disabilities

Benefits of Volunteering

• Increase personal tax knowledge
• Gain new skills and improve existing ones
• Receive training, support, and reference materials including free tax software
• Help individuals get or maintain uninterrupted access to benefits and credits
• Give back to the community

Training and Orientation

• Orientation to Tax AID DABC programs, policies, and procedures
• Canada Revenue Agency online webinars
• Virtual supervision by Income Tax Clinic supervisor

DABC is an open and diverse organization that promotes inclusive hiring practices. We encourage applications from qualified applicants who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and of all sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities. People with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Please send an email expressing your interest with the subject line

“Volunteer Tax Preparer”, along with a resume to Jenna Wood, Program Manager, Tax AID, jenna@dabc.ca. Inquires about this position may be emailed to the above noted email address. No phone calls, please.