Seasonal Tax Advisor — Client-Focused, In-Office

H&R Block, Inc.; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Incentive plan

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking a seasonal Tax Advisor to prepare returns for individuals and businesses, interview clients to assess tax situations, and provide personalized recommendations.

You will identify tax savings opportunities and offer H&R Block products while delivering empathetic, consultative service in a local tax office. This in-person role requires strong communication skills, IRS/state compliance, and ongoing education to maintain credentials.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment
• Minimum 2 years 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Client communication

Consultative selling

Tax concepts explained

IRS/state requirements

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA)

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking a seasonal Tax Advisor to prepare returns for individuals and businesses, interview clients to assess tax situations, and provide personalized recommendations.

You will identify tax savings opportunities and offer H&R Block products while delivering empathetic, consultative service in a local tax office. This in-person role requires strong communication skills, IRS/state compliance, and ongoing education to maintain credentials.