Seasonal Tax Associate — Client-Focused Tax Prep Pro

H&R Block, Inc.; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking a Seasonal Tax Associate to join our local office. No prior tax experience is required, with comprehensive training and ongoing support from day one. You’ll meet clients, gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions to grow your tax knowledge and client relationships.

You’ll work in-person at a local H&R Block tax office, with opportunities to increase earnings as you build expertise, during peak tax season hours.

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 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

Communication skills

Customer service experience

Problem-solving

AI tools familiarity

Client-facing experience

Education

High school diploma / GED/ equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/related field

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

H&R Block is seeking a Seasonal Tax Associate to join our local office. No prior tax experience is required, with comprehensive training and ongoing support from day one. You’ll meet clients, gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions to grow your tax knowledge and client relationships.

You’ll work in-person at a local H&R Block tax office, with opportunities to increase earnings as you build expertise, during peak tax season hours.