Seasonal Tax Associate: Client-Focused with Training

H&R Block; Harrisburg (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

H&R Block is hiring a Seasonal Tax Associate to work in-person at a local tax office. No prior tax experience is required, with comprehensive training and support from day one. You will meet with clients, gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions while building client relationships.

Responsibilities include identifying tax savings opportunities and recommending products and services. Availability includes evenings and weekends during tax season, with 15–40 hours per week and

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the HR Block Income Tax Course
• Experience interacting with customers in a service-oriented environment
• Strong communication skills, including explaining information clearly
• Problem-solving skills, including organizing information and identifying solutions
• Comfort using digital tools and AI-based tools like Copilot and ChatGPT

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

Customer service

Problem solving

AI tools familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in accounting/finance or related field

Job description

H&R Block is hiring a Seasonal Tax Associate to work in-person at a local tax office. No prior tax experience is required, with comprehensive training and support from day one. You will meet with clients, gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions while building client relationships.

Responsibilities include identifying tax savings opportunities and recommending products and services. Availability includes evenings and weekends during tax season, with 15–40 hours per week and