Tax Associate

H&R Block, Inc.; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug coverage

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness center programs

Associate discount program

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking a seasonal Tax Associate to work in-person at a local tax office in New Jersey. You’ll meet with clients to gather information, prepare tax returns, and answer questions with training and support from experienced teammates.

No prior tax experience is required, and you will be paid hourly with opportunities to increase earnings as you build tax knowledge during peak season. The role supports evenings and weekends when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or service-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills; explain information clearly and ask questions to understand needs.
• Problem-solving skills; organize information and identify solutions.
• Comfort using digital tools and systems including AI-based tools like Copilot and ChatGPT.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to gather information and understand their tax situation.
• Prepare complete and accurate tax returns with training and support.
• Explain tax information clearly and provide recommendations.
• Identify tax savings opportunities and offer relevant products and services.
• Analyze client information and address questions or unique situations with guidance.
• Build strong client relationships and support office priorities through teamwork.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Digital tools familiarity

Client-facing

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in accounting/finance

Tools

Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

About the Role

As a seasonal Tax Associate at H&R Block, you’ll begin a career in tax and client services—no prior tax experience required. With training and support from day one, you’ll work directly with clients to gather information, prepare tax returns, and answer questions while building valuable skills and strong client relationships. You’ll earn a competitive hourly rate, with opportunities to increase your earnings as you build tax knowledge and grow in the role. This role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office.

• 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

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course1
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Experience in a client-facing or consultative role, such as financial advising, insurance, retail sales, or professional services
• Experience asking questions and recommending solutions based on customer needs
• Ability to work 15–35 hours per week, with availability up to 40 hours during peak periods
• Availability to work evenings and weekends during tax season

Why work for us

At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.

That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well‑being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.

1 - Enrollment in or completion of the H&R Block Income Tax Course or Tax Knowledge Assessment is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment.

Pay Range Information

• Qualifying associates can enroll themselves and/or their eligible dependents in medical and prescription drug coverage;
• can participate in the H&R Block Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) Plan), the Employee Assistance Program, (virtual) fitness center programs, and the associate discount program;
• are automatically enrolled in Business Travel Accident Insurance;
• and receive Associate Tax Prep benefit.

Pay Range

$15.90 - $19.70/Hr.

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