Seasonal Entry-Level Tax Preparer – Carbondale and Murphysboro

Job overview

The Seasonal Entry-Level Tax Preparer role is onsite in Carbondale, IL, with the title also identifying Murphysboro, IL. Pay is $15–$17 per hour. The role supports Jackson Hewitt’s 2026 tax-season client services, with free tax classes starting in mid-October. The preparer conducts one-on-one tax interviews, provides customer service, and begins developing a client base. Training and continuing education help the employee build tax-preparation skills and support clients during tax season.

What you'll do

• Conduct one-on-one tax interviews with clients
• provide customer service
• begin developing a book of business
• participate in tax preparation training and continuing tax education.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

seasonal tax preparer

entry-level

tax interviews

tax preparation

customer service

tax training

carbondale il

murphysboro il

jackson hewitt

$15–$17/hr

flexible scheduling

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Training and development
• employee discounts
• flexible schedule
• tax preparation training and continuing tax education.

Why this role

Seasonal 2026 tax-season opportunity; free tax classes start in mid-October; applicants of any work background or experience level are welcome.

About the employer

Jackson Hewitt - 3356 is hiring for this role. Industry: Tax Preparation Services. Sector: 54.