Tax Preparer

Income Tax Clinic: Income Tax Preparer Volunteer Opportunity

411 Seniors Centre requires experienced tax preparers to assist seniors and those living with disabilities to complete simple tax returns. You can help file and complete taxes. Filing will be done on-site at 411 Seniors Centre, 3502 Fraser St.

Volunteers complete tax and benefit returns for eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities to ensure they receive or continue to receive, the benefit payments to which they are entitled.

The Income Tax Clinic will run from March 1 to April 30, 2027. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least one day a week, between Monday and Friday, for the hours of 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM for the months of March and April 2027.

Attendance to a CVITP and/or 411 Seniors training (dates TBA), and either renew or apply for an EFile number are mandatory.

A criminal record check is mandatory for all volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience is preferred in preparing personal income taxes but a willingness to learn is essential
• Good communication skills and a warm and empathetic manner
• Reliable, friendly and a good listener
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work as part of a team with volunteers, clients and staff

BENEFITS & RECOGNITION

• Increased practical skills in completing income tax returns
• Gain experience working with seniors
• Reference letters for outstanding volunteers upon request
• A certificate of participation from the CVITP program

DELIVERABLES/DUTIES

• Preparation of simple income tax returns
• Refer income tax clients to Information and Referral Volunteers for additional assistance if needed
• Will observe good ethical skills and maintain client confidentiality
• Follow policies and procedures for CVITP and 411 Seniors.
• Notify the Coordinator of planned absences

Please apply through this link: 2027 TAX CLINIC – VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM – Fill out form