Seasonal Tax Preparer (Temp)

As a seasonal

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

As a seasonal Tax Advisor at H&R Block, you are a trusted advisor who helps clients navigate complex tax situations with confidence. You'll use your expertise to prepare accurate returns, uncover savings opportunities, and build lasting client relationships — backed by industry-leading training and technology, a competitive hourly rate, and an incentive plan that rewards your impact as you build your tax expertise and serve clients. Whether you're looking for meaningful seasonal work or a path to grow in tax and financial services, this is the place.

This role is in-person at a local H&R Block tax office.

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

Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment1

Minimum 2 years of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, or bookkeeping, including preparing individual and business returns

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain tax concepts in client-friendly language

High school diploma / GED / equivalent required

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field

5+ years of experience in tax preparation, accounting, finance, bookkeeping

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

Experience completing complex returns, tax planning, audit support, or tax notice resolution

Familiarity with GoSystem or Ultratax software

Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT)

Experience in a consultative or advisory client relationship role (financial advising, insurance, or professional services)

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. 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.

Local minimum wage laws apply. This information is posted pursuant to local requirements to provide applicants with information about what they might be eligible to receive. Individual pay decisions will depend on job-related factors such as experience, education, skill, performance, and geographic location where work will be performed. Successful candidates may be able to participate in one or more incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans, which could generate additional earnings in accordance with the terms of each plan. 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.