Seasonal Tax Associate — Client-Focused Tax Help

H&R Block; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

H&R Block is hiring seasonal Tax Associates to join our local tax office in Portland, OR. You’ll meet with clients, gather information, and prepare tax returns with supportive guidance from experienced teammates. The role offers training, an hourly wage, and opportunities to increase earnings as tax knowledge grows.

This position is in-person at a local H&R Block office. You’ll help clients understand their tax situation, identify savings opportunities, and recommend products and services while

Qualifications

• 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 including AI-based tools.
• High school diploma / 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 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 and a client-first approach.

Skills

Client interaction

Communication

Problem-solving

Digital tools (AI)

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree (accounting/finance or related)

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

H&R Block is hiring seasonal Tax Associates to join our local tax office in Portland, OR. You’ll meet with clients, gather information, and prepare tax returns with supportive guidance from experienced teammates. The role offers training, an hourly wage, and opportunities to increase earnings as tax knowledge grows.

This position is in-person at a local H&R Block office. You’ll help clients understand their tax situation, identify savings opportunities, and recommend products and services while