Seasonal Tax Advisor — Expert Prep & Client Savings

H&R Block, Inc.; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive plan

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking a seasonal Experienced Tax Professional to prepare accurate tax returns, interview clients to understand financial situations, and deliver personalized recommendations.

You’ll build lasting client relationships and leverage industry-leading training and technology in a local office setting. The role emphasizes client-focused service, tax savings opportunities, and compliance with IRS/state requirements, with incentives for impact and growth in tax expertise.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment
• Minimum 1 year 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 skills
• Must complete continuing education and meet all IRS and 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

Tax knowledge

Tax preparation experience

Client-facing

Communication skills

Continuing education compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field

CPA or EA or IRS Circular 230 credential

High school diploma / GED / equivalent

Tools

GoSystem

Ultratax

AI tools (Copilot/ChatGPT)

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking a seasonal Experienced Tax Professional to prepare accurate tax returns, interview clients to understand financial situations, and deliver personalized recommendations.

You’ll build lasting client relationships and leverage industry-leading training and technology in a local office setting. The role emphasizes client-focused service, tax savings opportunities, and compliance with IRS/state requirements, with incentives for impact and growth in tax expertise.