Seasonal Tax Associate - In-Person Training & Growth

H&R Block, Inc.; Dumont (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Associate Tax Prep benefit

Discount program

Job summary

H&R Block is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate in New Jersey to work in-person at a local tax office. No prior tax experience is required; you will receive training and support from day one while engaging with clients to gather information and prepare returns.

You will explain tax information clearly, identify savings opportunities, and build client relationships. Availability for peak periods and flexible hours can help increase earnings through knowledge growth.

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 included 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

Strong communication

Problem solving

Questioning to understand needs

Digital tools familiarity

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma / GED / equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

H&R Block is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate in New Jersey to work in-person at a local tax office. No prior tax experience is required; you will receive training and support from day one while engaging with clients to gather information and prepare returns.

You will explain tax information clearly, identify savings opportunities, and build client relationships. Availability for peak periods and flexible hours can help increase earnings through knowledge growth.