The gap between what candidates claim and what they can actually do is one of the most costly problems in professional hiring. A single mis-hire in a tax role can mean missed deadlines, IRS penalties for clients, and damaged firm reputation.
Purpose-Built Tax Assessments
Our assessments were developed in collaboration with experienced US tax practitioners. Each test is timed, scenario-based, and designed to probe real working knowledge — not textbook memorization.
Coverage Across All Major Forms and Specialties
- strong>Form 1040 — Individual returns, itemized deductions, credits, AMT
- strong>Schedule C / E / F — Self-employment, rental income, farm income
- strong>Form 1065 — Partnership returns, K-1 allocations, basis calculations
- strong>Form 1120 / 1120-S — C-Corp and S-Corp returns, built-in gains, AAA tracking
- strong>Private Equity & Operating Partnerships — Complex waterfall allocations, Section 754 elections
- strong>Multi-state taxation — Apportionment, nexus analysis, composite returns
Scored and Certified
Each completed assessment produces a numeric score and, when a passing threshold is met, a verified certificate that is displayed directly on the candidate's public profile. Employers can see exactly how a candidate performed — not just whether they "passed."
Re-assessment and Growth Tracking
Candidates can retake assessments after a cooling-off period, and their improvement over time is visible to employers. This rewards professionals who invest in their growth and gives employers confidence in candidates who show upward trajectory.
Why This Matters for Employers
When you search for a "Form 1065 specialist" on our platform, every result carries a verified assessment score. You're not guessing anymore — you're deciding.
