Seasonal Tax Associate: Client-Focused Tax Prep

H&R Block, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block seeks a seasonal Tax Associate to meet with clients, gather information, and prepare complete tax returns with training and support. You’ll explain tax concepts clearly, identify savings opportunities, and build strong client relationships in a busy office.

No prior tax experience required; you’ll earn a competitive hourly rate and gain hands-on experience during tax season, with hours that can expand to accommodate peak periods.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to explain tax information clearly and ask questions to understand needs.
• Experience using digital tools and modern software is a plus.

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

Strong communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Explain information clearly

Comfort with digital tools

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

H&R Block seeks a seasonal Tax Associate to meet with clients, gather information, and prepare complete tax returns with training and support. You’ll explain tax concepts clearly, identify savings opportunities, and build strong client relationships in a busy office.

No prior tax experience required; you’ll earn a competitive hourly rate and gain hands-on experience during tax season, with hours that can expand to accommodate peak periods.