Seasonal Tax Pro: Expert Returns & Client Advisory

H&R Block; Oxford (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Incentive plan

Job summary

H&R Block in Alabama is hiring a Seasonal Experienced Tax Professional to prepare complete, accurate returns for individuals and businesses, conduct client interviews, and provide personalized recommendations. You'll deliver empathetic, consultative service, identify tax savings, and support clients with IRS notices and audit guidance, backed by training and technology.

This in-person role offers an hourly rate with incentive opportunities and a path to grow in tax and financial services within

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment
• Minimum 1 year of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, or bookkeeping, including preparing individual and business returns
• Experience working in a client facing, consultative, or advisory role
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain tax concepts in client-friendly language
• Must complete continuing education and meet all other IRS and applicable state requirements
• High school diploma / GED / equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete, accurate tax returns for clients with diverse and complex tax situations, including individual and business returns
• Conduct in-depth client interviews to understand financial situations, life changes, and tax implications — then provide clear, personalized recommendations
• Build trusted client relationships by delivering empathetic, consultative service and identifying tax savings opportunities and relevant H&R Block products
• Provide IRS support, tax notice assistance, and audit guidance to clients as needed.
• Collaborate with team members, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive, client-focused office environment

Skills

Client-facing experience

Excellent communication

Interviews & advisory

Empathetic client service

5+ years tax experience

Complex returns experience

Tax planning experience

Audit support experience

AI-powered tools familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field

CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) or IRS Circular 230 credential

Tools

GoSystem

Ultratax

Job description

H&R Block in Alabama is hiring a Seasonal Experienced Tax Professional to prepare complete, accurate returns for individuals and businesses, conduct client interviews, and provide personalized recommendations. You'll deliver empathetic, consultative service, identify tax savings, and support clients with IRS notices and audit guidance, backed by training and technology.

This in-person role offers an hourly rate with incentive opportunities and a path to grow in tax and financial services within