01/31/2023
YES - full stop.
If you're working with a tax preparer, they need to have their Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).
According to the IRS, "Anyone who prepares or assists in preparing federal tax returns for compensation must have a valid 2023 PTIN before preparing returns. All enrolled agents must also have a valid PTIN."
If you're paying someone to do your taxes, you need to make sure you know they have a PTIN. Don't be afraid to ask for proof!