Seasonal Tax Associate: Client-Focused Returns

H&R Block; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate to work in a local tax office in Rhode Island. No prior tax experience is required as training and support start from day one. You will meet with clients, gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions while building valuable client relationships.

You’ll earn a competitive hourly rate, with opportunities to increase earnings as you build tax knowledge and grow in the role. This is an in-person position at a local H&R Block tax office.

Qualifications

• Completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course or Tax Knowledge Assessment.
• Experience interacting with customers in a service-oriented environment.
• Clear communication and the ability to ask questions to understand needs.
• Problem-solving skills with organizing information and identifying solutions.
• Comfort using digital tools including AI-based tools like Copilot and ChatGPT.
• High school diploma or GED or 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 that clients can understand.
• Identify tax savings opportunities and recommend relevant products and services.
• Address questions or unique situations with guidance and available resources.
• Build strong client relationships and support office priorities through teamwork and a client-first approach.

Skills

Customer service experience

Strong communication

Problem-solving skills

Explain information clearly

Education

H&R Block Income Tax Course

High School diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/related

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

H&R Block is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate to work in a local tax office in Rhode Island. No prior tax experience is required as training and support start from day one. You will meet with clients, gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions while building valuable client relationships.

You’ll earn a competitive hourly rate, with opportunities to increase earnings as you build tax knowledge and grow in the role. This is an in-person position at a local H&R Block tax office.