Seasonal Tax Associate — Training Included, Flexible Hours

H&R Block, Inc.; Center Moriches (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

H&R Block is hiring a Seasonal Tax Associate to join our local tax office in person. You’ll meet with clients, gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions with training and support from day one.

No prior tax experience is required, and you’ll earn an hourly rate with opportunities to grow as you gain knowledge. Ideal candidates have strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service experience, with flexibility to work during tax season, including evenings and weekends.

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

Communication

Problem solving

Digital tools

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 to join our local tax office in person. You’ll meet with clients, gather information, prepare returns, and answer questions with training and support from day one.

No prior tax experience is required, and you’ll earn an hourly rate with opportunities to grow as you gain knowledge. Ideal candidates have strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service experience, with flexibility to work during tax season, including evenings and weekends.