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Tax Preparer

Standard returns are filled by software with growing confidence.

Replacement risk

88%

Mostly gone by

2029

Runway left

3 yrs

Almost certainly replaced

The ten-question breakdown

Each factor is scored 0–100. Higher means easier to automate.

Scoring the ten factors for this job…

What you can do now

  • Specialise in complex, multi-jurisdiction and business filings
  • Offer audit representation and planning
  • Move to year-round advisory rather than seasonal filing

Where to move next

  • Tax advisor
  • Estate planner
  • Financial planner

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