Tax Associate: Client-Focused Tax Prep & Compliance

H&R Block; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block in Central and Northern New Jersey is hiring a Tax Associate to work on-site year-round. You will assist clients with individual and small business tax preparation, interviewing them to gather data and ensuring compliant federal, state, and local returns.

The role requires strong tax knowledge, attention to detail, and excellent client communication. You'll stay current with tax law changes, use tax software, and collaborate with the team to deliver accurate results during peak season

Qualifications

• 85%+ on the Income Tax Certification exam or higher.
• Experience preparing individual and small business tax returns.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax filing requirements.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and related documentation.
• Proficiency with tax software and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with individual and small business tax returns.
• Interview clients to gather financial information.
• Analyze tax documents and identify deductions and credits.
• Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Explain tax outcomes clearly and answer client questions.
• Stay updated on tax law changes and use tax software.
• Collaborate with team and support client service during peak season.

Skills

Strong tax preparation skills

Excellent client-facing communication

Basic to intermediate finance skills

Education

Accounting/finance/tax coursework

Enrolled Agent or similar certification a plus

Tools

Tax preparation software

Productivity tools

Job description

H&R Block in Central and Northern New Jersey is hiring a Tax Associate to work on-site year-round. You will assist clients with individual and small business tax preparation, interviewing them to gather data and ensuring compliant federal, state, and local returns.

The role requires strong tax knowledge, attention to detail, and excellent client communication. You'll stay current with tax law changes, use tax software, and collaborate with the team to deliver accurate results during peak season