Seasonal Tax Associate: Client-Focused Tax Prep

H&R Block; Griswold (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking a Seasonal Tax Associate to begin a career in tax and client services. You will meet with clients, gather information, prepare tax returns, and answer questions in person at a local tax office.

With training from day one, you’ll earn a competitive hourly rate and have opportunities to increase earnings as you build tax knowledge and grow in the role, while helping clients and supporting office priorities.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course or equivalent
• 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 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

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT)

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/related

Job description

H&R Block is seeking a Seasonal Tax Associate to begin a career in tax and client services. You will meet with clients, gather information, prepare tax returns, and answer questions in person at a local tax office.

With training from day one, you’ll earn a competitive hourly rate and have opportunities to increase earnings as you build tax knowledge and grow in the role, while helping clients and supporting office priorities.