Seasonal Tax Associate — Learn Tax, Help Clients & Earn

H&R Block, Inc.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate to meet with clients, gather information, and prepare tax returns with training from experienced teammates. No prior tax experience is required, and you will earn a competitive hourly rate as you learn on the job.

The role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office, with opportunities to build valuable client-service skills. This position emphasizes accuracy, clear explanations of tax information, and teamwork to support office priorities during tax

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course
• Experience interacting with customers or clients in a service environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain information clearly
• Problem-solving skills and ability to organize information
• Comfort using digital tools, including AI-based tools like Copilot and ChatGPT
• High school diploma / GED or 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 and a client-first approach

Skills

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

AI tools familiarity

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

H&R Block is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate to meet with clients, gather information, and prepare tax returns with training from experienced teammates. No prior tax experience is required, and you will earn a competitive hourly rate as you learn on the job.

The role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office, with opportunities to build valuable client-service skills. This position emphasizes accuracy, clear explanations of tax information, and teamwork to support office priorities during tax