H&R Block reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(7,086 total reviews)

Curtis Campbell

73% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

H&R Block has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 7,086 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The H&R Block employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.4 stars).

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7K reviews
2.0
Dec 13, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great learning opportunities and that's about it

Cons

Low Pay, Long hours, Unreasonable expectations, Grumpy staff and Customers

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H&R Block Response
5mo
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback on communication and work expectations, as we continue working to improve support for our teams and create a more positive experience
5.0
Dec 9, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

This role as a Seasonal Tax Researcher at H&R Block is an excellent entry point for anyone interested in tax law or financial services. It provides a unique, hands-on opportunity to learn complex tax code in a structured yet supportive environment. The company's commitment to remote work and flexible scheduling makes this a truly appealing position, especially for students, parents, or those seeking supplemental income.

Cons

As a seasonal role, there are no employee benefits (such as health insurance or paid time off) provided with this position. Furthermore, the work is strictly temporary and ends once the tax season concludes. If you are seeking a career path, it is important to know that permanent, year-round roles are far and few between. Securing one of these positions is incredibly competitive, as you are often competing against highly experienced researchers who have completed multiple years of seasonal work, making it highly unlikely for new hires to transition into a permanent role. Lastly, the pay is not commensurate with my level of education.

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H&R Block Response
5mo
We appreciate your review and are glad to hear you found the Seasonal Tax Researcher role to be a valuable learning experience. Your insights on workload and opportunities for permanent positions are important to us, as we are always looking for ways to improve the employee experience.
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