Tax Preparer Assistant - Franchise Location

H&R Block, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a front-line assistant who helps begin tax interviews by entering client and W-2 information into the tax program, and assists with closing by assembling returns and obtaining signatures.

You will review the finished product with the client, complete bookkeeping procedures, and ensure all clients receive superior service, with strong reading, math, and communication skills and familiarity with Windows-based software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Reading and math skills required to begin and finish the tax return interview
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and on the phone
• Previous experience with Windows-based computer programs
• Additional state and local requirements may apply

Responsibilities

• Assist with the beginning of the tax interview by entering client and W-2 information into the tax program
• Assist with the closing of the interview by assembling the tax return, obtaining required signatures, reviewing the finished product with the client, and completing bookkeeping procedures
• Ensure all H&R Block clients are receiving superior service
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Reading

Math skills

Communication

Windows OS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

About the Role

As you inspire people to make confident, informed decisions about their lives, careers, and money, you’ll build client relationships that will grow stronger every year.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Assist with the beginning of the tax interview by entering client and W-2 information into the tax program
• Assist with the closing of the interview by assembling the tax return, obtaining required signatures, reviewing the finished product with the client, and completing bookkeeping procedures
• Ensure all H&R Block clients are receiving superior service
• All other duties as assigned

Your Expertise

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Reading and math skills required to begin and finish the tax return interview
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and on the phone
• Previous experience with Windows-based computer programs
• Additional state and local requirements may apply

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional course work in math, accounting, or finance

Pay Range

$15.25 - $25.00/Hr.