Tax Preparers

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What Tax preparers Do

Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses. Excludes Accountants and Auditors.


Tax preparer Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 87,400
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $46,290

Job Outlook for Tax preparers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 1,400
  • Growth rate: 2 percent (Slower than average)

How to Become a Tax preparer

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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