Seasonal Tax Associate - In-Person Training & Client Focus

H&R Block, Inc.; Oak Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

H&R Block in Washington state is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate to work in-person at a local tax office. You’ll meet with clients, gather information, prepare tax returns, and answer questions with training and support from day one.

No prior tax experience required; high school diploma requested. You’ll earn hourly pay with opportunities to increase as you build knowledge, and you’ll join a collaborative team focused on client service during tax season.

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

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

AI tools familiarity

Education

HS diploma / GED

H&R Block Income Tax Course

Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in accounting/finance

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

H&R Block in Washington state is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate to work in-person at a local tax office. You’ll meet with clients, gather information, prepare tax returns, and answer questions with training and support from day one.

No prior tax experience required; high school diploma requested. You’ll earn hourly pay with opportunities to increase as you build knowledge, and you’ll join a collaborative team focused on client service during tax season.