Basics of Tax Season Work Flow

Numbers floating around man examining calculator with magnifying glassHaving everyone follow the same procedures makes busy season less stressful.

By Jassen Bowman
Tax Resolution Systems

There is a challenge associated with creating a one-size-fits-all work flow model for a tax office: Not everybody operates the same.

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In general, we have identified four basic tax season operational models that appear to be common:

  1. Walk-in service with return prepared right then and there
  2. By appointment only, with the return often delivered at a second appointment
  3. Drop-off service
  4. Mobile service, in which you go to them