Not a good choice for new employees - Tax Associate H&R Block Employee Review

1.0
Dec 7, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

Client's come to you without much marketing effort. The software is cumbersome but gives good results. You can get a small discount on your own tax return.

Cons

After considering all the unpaid time, I only made $5/hr. I had the equivalent of 20+ year of experience. Nearly all the client's were sent to a few coworker's that had worked in that office for many years. The training is very basic at all levels. You won't become a tax pro.

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5.0
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Pros

Great work during tax season

Cons

Not available year round for most employees

3.0
Jun 23, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible availability. Path for promotion is obvious and quantified.

Cons

Bonus/commission it is based on level and sales so is low in states without a state tax form. Hourly wage comes out of bonus. Pressure to sell items that don't add to your commission. They push customer surveys but you can be penalized if someone complains about the company, price, amount of emails etc even though you have no control. Some employees are frustratingly low quality and you will spend time helping or fixing their mistakes time that works against your commission. You are expected to answer phones, make appointments, scan, print, take money, help new comers all while maximizing returns. If you take over someone's client and find a mistake you are expected to work against your commission to file amendments peace of mind claims etc.

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