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Figure Out Staffing Needs and Pricing with This Tax Return Complexity Template
How Much Staff Will You Need for Tax Season? Plan Smarter with Our Complexity Template
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Insights at a Glance
- Break returns into categories—Simple, Moderate, and Complex.
- Estimate staff needs based on return complexity and workload distribution.
- Plan ahead by calculating total hours and factoring in contingencies.
- Includes a detailed template to assess complexity and streamline staffing decisions.
Who Is This Template For?
This template is designed for tax firm owners and managers who:
Want to accurately estimate staffing needs for the upcoming tax season.
Are managing a mix of simple, moderate, and complex tax returns.
Need a systematic approach to balance workloads and team efficiency.
Struggle with last-minute surprises and want to plan contingencies proactively.
Are looking to scale operations or optimize their current team without burnout.
What’s Inside the Template?
- Assess Return Complexity
Not all returns are created equal. The template helps you categorize returns as:
- Simple: Quick to process.
- Moderate: Needs more time.
- Complex: Demands significant effort.
Factors like credits, dependents, investments, and multi-state filings are covered in detail.
- Estimate Total Hours
Use the template to calculate:
- Time needed for each category of return.
- Non-billable hours (admin tasks, client communication).
- Total hours required to complete your workload.
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