Experienced Tax Professional

H&R Block

Detroit Lakes (MN)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 110,000

Part time

14 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Virtual fitness center

Associate discount

Travel Insurance

Tax Prep benefit

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking an Experienced Tax Professional for a seasonal, in-person role at a local tax office. You will prepare accurate returns for individuals and businesses, conduct client interviews, and deliver personalized advice while helping clients save on taxes and use H&R Block products.

You will provide IRS support, notices, and audit guidance as needed, building lasting client relationships in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment.
Minimum 1 year of experience in tax preparation or related fields; individual and business returns.
Experience in a client-facing, consultative, or advisory role.

Responsibilities

Prepare complete, accurate tax returns for diverse and complex situations.
Conduct client interviews to understand finances and provide recommendations.
Build trusted client relationships and identify tax savings opportunities.
Provide IRS support, notices, and audit guidance as needed.
Collaborate with team to maintain a positive, client-focused office environment.

Skills

Tax Knowledge Assessment

Tax Preparation Experience

Client-facing Experience

Communication Skills

IRS/State Requirements Awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA)

Tools

GoSystem or UltraTax

AI-powered tools (Copilot, ChatGPT)

Job description

About The Role

As a seasonal

Prepare complete, accurate tax returns for clients with diverse and complex tax situations, including individual and business returns
Conduct in-depth client interviews to understand financial situations, life changes, and tax implications — then provide clear, personalized recommendations
Build trusted client relationships by delivering empathetic, consultative service and identifying tax savings opportunities and relevant H&R Block products
Provide IRS support, tax notice assistance, and audit guidance to clients as needed.
Collaborate with team members, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive, client-focused office environment

About The Role

As a seasonal Experienced Tax Professional at H&R Block, you are a trusted advisor who helps clients navigate complex tax situations with confidence. You'll use your expertise to prepare accurate returns, uncover savings opportunities, and build lasting client relationships — backed by industry-leading training and technology, a competitive hourly rate, and an incentive plan that rewards your impact as you build your tax expertise and serve clients. Whether you're looking for meaningful seasonal work or a path to grow in tax and financial services, this is the place.

This role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office.

Prepare complete, accurate tax returns for clients with diverse and complex tax situations, including individual and business returns
Conduct in-depth client interviews to understand financial situations, life changes, and tax implications — then provide clear, personalized recommendations
Build trusted client relationships by delivering empathetic, consultative service and identifying tax savings opportunities and relevant H&R Block products
Provide IRS support, tax notice assistance, and audit guidance to clients as needed.
Collaborate with team members, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive, client-focused office environment

Required Qualifications

Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment1
Minimum 1 year of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, or bookkeeping, including preparing individual and business returns
Experience working in a client facing, consultative, or advisory role
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain tax concepts in client-friendly language
Must complete continuing education and meet all other IRS and applicable state requirements
High school diploma / GED / equivalent required

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field
5+ years of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, bookkeeping
CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA), or other IRS Circular 230 credential
Experience completing complex returns, tax planning, audit support, or tax notice resolution
Familiarity with GoSystem or Ultratax software
Familiarity with AI-powered tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT)
Experience in a consultative or advisory client relationship role (financial advising, insurance, or professional services)

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.

1 - Enrollment in or completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course or Tax Knowledge Assessment is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment.

Pay Range Information

The 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.