Seasonal Tax Advisor — Expert Returns & Client Guidance

H&R Block; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking a seasonal Tax Advisor to help clients navigate complex tax scenarios and prepare accurate returns, including individual and business filings. You will interview clients, identify savings opportunities, and deliver personalized recommendations with empathetic, consultative service.

This in-person role at a local H&R Block tax office offers industry-leading training, a competitive hourly rate, and an incentive plan tied to impact as you build tax expertise and serve

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 skills, including explaining tax concepts clearly
• Must complete continuing education and meet IRS/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-facing

Tax knowledge

Interviewing

Verbal & written communication

IRS/state requirements

Education

High school diploma / 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 scenarios and prepare accurate returns, including individual and business filings. You will interview clients, identify savings opportunities, and deliver personalized recommendations with empathetic, consultative service.

This in-person role at a local H&R Block tax office offers industry-leading training, a competitive hourly rate, and an incentive plan tied to impact as you build tax expertise and serve