Tax Preparer - Seasonal Tax Preparer H&R Block Employee Review

3.0
Apr 17, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

You can work part-time as a tax preparer or a customer service representative during tax season. Company teaches tax law to it's preparers during off season. HRB Education Classes prepare you to pass the state license required for California and to keep abreast of tax law changes.

Cons

No medical or other benefits for part-time workers. You are "let go" at the end of every tax season and may be rehired the following year if you have taken the required number of tax classes and are still among the living.

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Pros

H&R Block provides thorough training, and employees should expect to study continuously throughout the season. The training is valuable and helps build a strong understanding of tax preparation. There are opportunities to "level up," and advancing through the certification levels can lead to higher pay over time. Management is approachable and readily available when assistance is needed.

Cons

The position is seasonal, and the starting pay is $12 per hour. During peak tax season, employees may work very long hours—sometimes up to 10 hours a day, 6 to 7 days a week—which can be physically and mentally exhausting. In my first month, I also found that some of the staff were not especially welcoming, which made the initial adjustment more challenging.

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