NAICS 541213 - Tax Preparation Services

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What is NAICS 541213

NAICS code 541213 covers establishments primarily engaged in providing tax return preparation services without offering additional accounting, bookkeeping, billing, or payroll processing services. Businesses operating in this sector focus on preparing individual and business tax returns by applying their knowledge of tax laws and filing requirements. These specialized firms often provide timely, accurate tax filings to ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations. Government agencies contract these services to efficiently manage tax return preparation for various programs and entities, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to tax laws without the need for broader accounting services.

Industry Classification for NAICS 541213

This U.S. industry comprises establishments (except offices of CPAs) engaged in providing tax return preparation services without also providing accounting, bookkeeping, billing, or payroll processing services. Basic knowledge of tax law and filing requirements is required.

Breakdown for NAICS 541213

  • Focuses on preparing tax returns without providing broader accounting or payroll services.
  • Requires basic to advanced knowledge of federal and state tax laws and filing requirements.
  • Includes individual and business tax return preparation services.
  • Excludes offices of certified public accountants offering accounting services.
  • Subject to Small Business Administration size standards typically based on revenue.
  • Widely used by government agencies for tax compliance and administration.

Included Activities for NAICS 541213

  • Preparing federal income tax returns for individuals and businesses.
  • Filing state and local tax returns on behalf of clients.
  • Reviewing tax documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Advising clients on tax filing deadlines and regulations.
  • Assisting with tax form completion and electronic filing.
  • Maintaining confidentiality and security of tax information.
  • Responding to inquiries related to tax return preparation.
  • Coordinating with government tax authorities as needed.

Business Types for NAICS 541213

  • Independent tax preparation firms
  • Tax preparation franchises
  • Specialized tax preparation consultants
  • Small tax service offices
  • Non-CPA tax preparation entities
  • Tax filing support contractors

Subcategories for NAICS 541213

  • Income tax compilation services
  • Income tax return preparation services
  • Tax return preparation services

Government Buyers for NAICS 541213

Federal, state, and local government agencies commonly procure tax preparation services under NAICS 541213 to assist with tax-related compliance and administrative tasks. Agencies such as the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Treasury, and state revenue departments often require external expertise for managing large volumes of tax return filings or for specialized tax preparation projects. Additionally, government contractors and grant recipients sometimes need these services to meet regulatory obligations, making tax preparation services vital for maintaining transparency and regulatory compliance.

Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 541213

Contracts for tax preparation services under NAICS 541213 typically include fixed-price agreements, task orders under indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts, and time-and-materials contracts for specialized projects. Procurement methods often involve competitive bidding or requests for proposals (RFPs) to ensure selection of qualified vendors. Contract values vary widely depending on scope and complexity, ranging from small-scale individual tax preparation contracts to larger, multi-year agreements for extensive tax filing support across government departments.

Details for NAICS 541213

Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry

NAICS Code Industry Title
541 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
5411 Legal Services
54111 Offices of Lawyers
541110 Offices of Lawyers
54112 Offices of Notaries
541120 Offices of Notaries
54119 Other Legal Services
541191 Title Abstract and Settlement Offices
541199 All Other Legal Services
5412 Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services
54121 Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services
541211 Offices of Certified Public Accountants
541213 Current Tax Preparation Services
541214 Payroll Services
541219 Other Accounting Services
5413 Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services
54131 Architectural Services
541310 Architectural Services
54132 Landscape Architectural Services
541320 Landscape Architectural Services
54133 Engineering Services
541330 Engineering Services
54134 Drafting Services
541340 Drafting Services
54135 Building Inspection Services
541350 Building Inspection Services
54136 Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services
541360 Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services
54137 Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services
541370 Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services
54138 Testing Laboratories and Services
541380 Testing Laboratories and Services
5414 Specialized Design Services
54141 Interior Design Services
541410 Interior Design Services
54142 Industrial Design Services
541420 Industrial Design Services
54143 Graphic Design Services
541430 Graphic Design Services
54149 Other Specialized Design Services
541490 Other Specialized Design Services
5415 Computer Systems Design and Related Services
54151 Computer Systems Design and Related Services
541511 Custom Computer Programming Services
541512 Computer Systems Design Services
541513 Computer Facilities Management Services
541519 Other Computer Related Services
5416 Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
54161 Management Consulting Services
541611 Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
541612 Human Resources Consulting Services
541613 Marketing Consulting Services
541614 Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
541618 Other Management Consulting Services
54162 Environmental Consulting Services
541620 Environmental Consulting Services
54169 Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
541690 Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
5417 Scientific Research and Development Services
54171 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
541713 Research and Development in Nanotechnology
541714 Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
54172 Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
541720 Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
5418 Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services
54181 Advertising Agencies
541810 Advertising Agencies
54182 Public Relations Agencies
541820 Public Relations Agencies
54183 Media Buying Agencies
541830 Media Buying Agencies
54184 Media Representatives
541840 Media Representatives
54185 Indoor and Outdoor Display Advertising
541850 Indoor and Outdoor Display Advertising
54186 Direct Mail Advertising
541860 Direct Mail Advertising
54187 Advertising Material Distribution Services
541870 Advertising Material Distribution Services
54189 Other Services Related to Advertising
541890 Other Services Related to Advertising
5419 Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
54191 Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling
541910 Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling
54192 Photographic Services
541921 Photography Studios, Portrait
541922 Commercial Photography
54193 Translation and Interpretation Services
541930 Translation and Interpretation Services
54194 Veterinary Services
541940 Veterinary Services
54199 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

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