Seasonal Tax Advisor: Client-Focused Returns & Guidance

H&R Block; Clinton (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking a seasonal Tax Advisor to help clients navigate complex tax situations, prepare accurate returns for individuals and businesses, and build lasting client relationships — backed by industry-leading training and technology, a competitive hourly rate, and an incentive plan that rewards impact as you grow your tax expertise and serve clients.

This role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office and offers ongoing opportunities to develop tax skills and earn through

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 in a client-facing, consultative, or advisory role.
• Strong verbal and written communication, able to explain tax concepts clearly.
• Must complete continuing education and meet IRS/state requirements.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.

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 and provide clear 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 and contribute to a positive, client-focused office environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Client-facing

Tax knowledge assessment

IRS continuing education

High school diploma

Experience in tax prep

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

GoSystem

Ultratax

AI tools (Copilot/ChatGPT)

Job description

H&R Block is seeking a seasonal Tax Advisor to help clients navigate complex tax situations, prepare accurate returns for individuals and businesses, and build lasting client relationships — backed by industry-leading training and technology, a competitive hourly rate, and an incentive plan that rewards impact as you grow your tax expertise and serve clients.

This role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office and offers ongoing opportunities to develop tax skills and earn through