Seasonal Tax Associate — Learn Tax Prep & Client Care

H&R Block; West Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-office role

Job summary

H&R Block is hiring a seasonal Tax Associate for an in-person tax office in Rhode Island. No prior tax experience is required as full training is provided, and you will work directly with clients to gather information and prepare tax returns.

You will learn to explain tax information clearly, identify savings opportunities, and support office priorities through teamwork and a client-first approach. Availability for peak tax season hours is preferred.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the HR Block Income Tax Course.
• Experience interacting with customers in a service 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

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 for an in-person tax office in Rhode Island. No prior tax experience is required as full training is provided, and you will work directly with clients to gather information and prepare tax returns.

You will learn to explain tax information clearly, identify savings opportunities, and support office priorities through teamwork and a client-first approach. Availability for peak tax season hours is preferred.