Associate Regulatory Tax Analyst, Seasonal

H&R Block, Inc.; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. in Oregon seeks a role to research and analyze changes in federal and state tax laws to assess impacts on tax software products. You will create documentation for software developers and guide QA plans.

You will respond to basic tax questions from professionals and ensure applications comply with evolving tax rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent through education and related work experience.
• 1 year minimum related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and analysis on changes in federal and state tax law with focus on impacts to tax software products.
• Use Tax Institute interpretations as starting point for analysis when available
• Make initial determinations of how tax changes impact tax software products
• Research and interpret form changes and updates when Tax Institute interpretations are not available
• Create written documentation for software developers that may be used across the organization
• Provide direction to developers to ensure tax applications align with tax law
• Review and sign off on Quality Assurance test plans for basic tax application functionality
• Respond to basic federal and state tax questions from tax professionals using the software

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

In this role, you will conduct research and analysis on changes in federal and state tax laws to determine their impact on H&R Block's tax software products. You will utilize Tax Institute interpretations, when available, to guide your analysis and will make initial determinations on tax law impacts. Your responsibilities will include researching and interpreting form changes, creating documentation for software developers, providing direction to ensure tax applications comply with tax laws, reviewing Quality Assurance test plans, and responding to basic tax-related questions from professionals in the field.

What you'll do

• Perform research and analysis on changes in federal and state tax law with a focus on identifying impacts to tax software products
• Use Tax Institute interpretations of new and changing tax laws as a starting point for analysis when available
• Make initial determinations of how federal and state tax changes will impact tax software products
• Research and interpret form changes and other updates when Tax Institute interpretations are not available
• Create clear written documentation for software developers that may be used across the organization
• Provide direction to developers to ensure tax applications align with tax law
• Review and sign off on Quality Assurance test plans for basic tax application functionality
• Respond to basic federal and state tax questions from tax professionals using the software

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or the equivalent through a combination of education and related work experience.

Work Experience:

• 1 year minimum related work experience

Why work for us

At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we've led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.Pay Range InformationThe pay range for this position is listed below. Local minimum wage laws apply. This information is posted pursuant to local requirements to provide applicants with information about what they might be eligible to receive. Individual pay decisions will depend on job-related factors such as experience, education, skill, performance, and geographic location where work will be performed. Successful candidates may be able to participate in one or more incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans, which could generate additional earnings in accordance with the terms of each plan. Qualifying associates can enroll themselves and/or their eligible dependents in medical and prescription drug coverage; can participate in the H&R Block Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) Plan), the Employee Assistance Program, (virtual) fitness center programs, and the associate discount program; are automatically enrolled in Business Travel Accident Insurance; and receive Associate Tax Prep benefit.Pay Range$21.59 - $32.40/Hr.