Seasonal Tax Associate — Client-First with Growth

H&R Block, Inc.; Tuscola (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking a seasonal Tax Associate to join our local tax office in Illinois. You will work directly with clients to gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions with training and support from day one.

No prior tax experience is required; you will earn an hourly rate with opportunities to increase earnings as you build knowledge and client relationships through teamwork and dedicated service.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course.
• Experience interacting with customers or clients in a service-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills, including explaining information clearly and asking questions to understand needs.
• Problem-solving skills, including organizing information and identifying solutions.
• Comfort using digital tools and systems included AI based tools like Copilot and ChatGPT.
• High school diploma / GED/ equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to gather information and understand their tax situation.
• Prepare complete and accurate tax returns with training and support from experienced teammates.
• Explain tax information clearly and provide recommendations in a way clients can easily understand.
• Identify tax savings opportunities and recommend relevant products and services.
• Apply problem-solving skills to analyze client information and address questions or unique situations with guidance and available resources.
• Build strong client relationships and support office priorities through teamwork, collaboration, and a client-first approach.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

AI tools

Education

High school diploma / GED/ equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

H&R Block is seeking a seasonal Tax Associate to join our local tax office in Illinois. You will work directly with clients to gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions with training and support from day one.

No prior tax experience is required; you will earn an hourly rate with opportunities to increase earnings as you build knowledge and client relationships through teamwork and dedicated service.