Experienced Tax Professional - Remote

H&R Block • Waltham, MA

120d • $11 - $80

About The Position

At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere. We also believe in a high performing, connected culture, where everyone feels like they belong. We strive to continuously improve our business and have committed to a long-term strategy and transformation plan known as Block Next. This multi-year roadmap focuses on innovation, client experience, and sustainable growth. It is designed to elevate how we work, how we serve, and how we lead in our industry. At H&R Block, we're curious, creative, and always on the move. If you embrace challenges as opportunities and seek to make a meaningful difference where you live, work, and play, our door is always open.

Requirements

• Experience completing individual tax returns
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Access to high speed, reliable internet
• Experience and skilled in technology (specifically MS Teams and Outlook)
• Inspire confidence in our clients with your ability to communicate complex tax situations concisely via phone, email and chat
• Experience utilizing effective customer service techniques
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment or equivalent
• High school diploma / equivalent or higher
• Must complete continuing education requirement and meet all other IRS and applicable state requirements
• Availability to work a minimum of 20 hours a week during peak tax season
• Skill in researching information using various tax and publication tools to understand the client’s need (i.e., IRS Publications/Instructions)

Nice To Haves

• CPA or Enrolled Agent certification
• Experience completing complex tax returns
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping or tax
• Experience conducting virtual tax interviews that create confidence in clients
• Tax planning and audit support experience
• Sales and/or marketing experience

Responsibilities

• Conduct tax interviews with clients and support do it yourself online tax clients through virtual tools (i.e., video conferencing, phone, chat, email)
• Generate business growth, increase client retention, and offer additional products and services
• Communicate and coordinate regularly with leaders and peers about how your remote work is impacting results
• Grow your tax expertise

Benefits

• Medical coverage – allows eligible associate well-being programs including mental health support and coaching
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tax prep benefit – allows eligible associates to receive the same tax preparation as our clients, all with no direct cost to you!
• Flexible/remote opportunities that meet your life
• Collaborative teams and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees