Ariva Tax Volunteer (VITA Program)
NYC Service, New York, NY, United States
Ariva operates a
free income tax assistance program
(VITA program), as part of NYC Free Tax Coalition. Ariva is first and foremost a human services organization serving high need, underserved people and communities. It is our core mission to strengthen the financial stability of low-income individuals and families in the Bronx.
Ariva has several seasonal openings (January-April 2026) for VITA Program Tax Preparers. Most of our seasonal staff and volunteers initially have no prior experience in income tax preparation. You must complete our free trainings to become a volunteer IRS-certified tax preparer before volunteering.
This program is concentrated in the South Bronx, with one location in Manhattan.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Review Intake:
Review client's completed IRS paper intake form; ensure all fields are filled out completely and thoroughly. Review and verify client's identification and tax documents.
Prepare Returns:
Utilize IRS approved software (Taxslayer) to prepare clients' Federal and NYS returns for e-filing or paper filing. Be knowledgeable and stay up to date on IRS rules and regulation as they relate to VITA tax preparation.
COMMITMENT
Weekly 4 or 6 hour shift (January-April 2026) in person
SKILLS
Basic Computer Skills
Patience, Good Sense of Humor
Professional Demeanor and Good Work Ethic
Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable as is any prior experience with the VITA program
BENEFITS
Develop financial skills and learn about the tax system
Learn to prepare basic personal income tax returns
Community service and involvement
Professional Network expansion
Official certification through the IRS
Continuing education credit
College credit (with approval from your school)
SCHEDULE
Ariva has several openings for this position, from mid-January to mid-April at several locations. We have shifts available days, evenings, and weekends.
REQUIREMENTS
Age Minimum (with Adult): 16+ , Minimum Age: 18+
Population Served: Families, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, Low-income communities
After expressing interest, the Opportunity Leader will be notified of your interest and will contact you with further details or to schedule you for this opportunity.
In order to sign up for this opportunity you must log in to an existing account or register to create a new account.
This link allows you to participate in this opportunity with a team. A team can be a family team, corporate team, or any kind of organized group. When you click on the link you will have the option to:
Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
Please respond to the following questions in order to signup for this opportunity:
253 Broadway, 8th floor, New York, NY 10007
#J-18808-Ljbffr
free income tax assistance program
(VITA program), as part of NYC Free Tax Coalition. Ariva is first and foremost a human services organization serving high need, underserved people and communities. It is our core mission to strengthen the financial stability of low-income individuals and families in the Bronx.
Ariva has several seasonal openings (January-April 2026) for VITA Program Tax Preparers. Most of our seasonal staff and volunteers initially have no prior experience in income tax preparation. You must complete our free trainings to become a volunteer IRS-certified tax preparer before volunteering.
This program is concentrated in the South Bronx, with one location in Manhattan.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Review Intake:
Review client's completed IRS paper intake form; ensure all fields are filled out completely and thoroughly. Review and verify client's identification and tax documents.
Prepare Returns:
Utilize IRS approved software (Taxslayer) to prepare clients' Federal and NYS returns for e-filing or paper filing. Be knowledgeable and stay up to date on IRS rules and regulation as they relate to VITA tax preparation.
COMMITMENT
Weekly 4 or 6 hour shift (January-April 2026) in person
SKILLS
Basic Computer Skills
Patience, Good Sense of Humor
Professional Demeanor and Good Work Ethic
Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable as is any prior experience with the VITA program
BENEFITS
Develop financial skills and learn about the tax system
Learn to prepare basic personal income tax returns
Community service and involvement
Professional Network expansion
Official certification through the IRS
Continuing education credit
College credit (with approval from your school)
SCHEDULE
Ariva has several openings for this position, from mid-January to mid-April at several locations. We have shifts available days, evenings, and weekends.
REQUIREMENTS
Age Minimum (with Adult): 16+ , Minimum Age: 18+
Population Served: Families, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, Low-income communities
After expressing interest, the Opportunity Leader will be notified of your interest and will contact you with further details or to schedule you for this opportunity.
In order to sign up for this opportunity you must log in to an existing account or register to create a new account.
This link allows you to participate in this opportunity with a team. A team can be a family team, corporate team, or any kind of organized group. When you click on the link you will have the option to:
Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
Please respond to the following questions in order to signup for this opportunity:
253 Broadway, 8th floor, New York, NY 10007
#J-18808-Ljbffr