Is H&R Block a good company to work for as a First Year Tax Associate?

First Year Tax Associate professionals working at H&R Block have rated their employer with 2.9 out of 5 stars in 142 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of H&R Block employees being 3.8 out of 5 stars. Search open First Year Tax Associate Jobs at H&R Block now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked First Year Tax Associate interview questions at H&R Block .

Does H&R Block pay First Year Tax Associate employees well?

First Year Tax Associate professionals rate their compensation and benefits at H&R Block with 1.8 out of 5 stars based on 142 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 50% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about First Year Tax Associate salaries at H&R Block.

How happy are First Year Tax Associate professionals working at H&R Block?

51% of First Year Tax Associate employees at H&R Block would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has increased by 7% in the past 12 months. First Year Tax Associate professionals have also rated H&R Block with a 3.0 rating for work-life-balance, 2.7 rating for diversity and inclusion, 2.7 rating for culture and values and 2.7 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at H&R Block?

Tax Associate (681) , Tax Professional (442) , Tax Preparer (376) , Receptionist (275) , Seasonal Tax Preparer (234) , Tax Specialist (204) , CSP - Client Service Professional (202) , Front Desk Receptionist (200) , Associate Team Leader (167) , Customer Service Representative (151) , Client Service Professional (141) , FIRST YEAR TAX PROFESSIONAL (136) , Tax Consultant (124) , Office Manager (122) , Tax Analyst (91)

What are the pros of working at H&R Block according to real employee reviews?

"I don't know how they do it but working at H&R Block is genuinely enjoyable and I've met so many great people there." ((in 461 reviews)); "The hours are flexible; you say at the beginning of the season which days and times you can work." ((in 453 reviews)); "provide good training every year (from September to December) and enough taxation resources for employees." ((in 414 reviews)); "Very flexible schedules that allow you to share with your family and improve your education while earn extra money." ((in 226 reviews)); "Great coworkers and corporate kept you very in the know" ((in 198 reviews))

What are the cons of working at H&R Block according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and they don't like to work with you on the hours you prefer to work" ((in 879 reviews)); "Poor management and severely understaffed" ((in 248 reviews)); "No benefits besides PTO and lack of full" ((in 243 reviews)); "Low salary and the grow expectations are limited." ((in 128 reviews)); "No support from upper management or corporate headquarters, they will withhold office supplies like paper in order to save a buck." ((in 83 reviews))

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H&R Block First Year Tax Associate reviews

2.9

51% would recommend to a friend

(142 total reviews)

Curtis Campbell

100% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

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3.0

Work/Life balance

2.7

Culture & values

2.7

Diversity & inclusion

2.7

Senior management

2.7

Career opportunities

1.8

Compensation and benefits

Tax Associate First Year employees have rated H&R Block with 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 142 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Tax Associate First Year professionals have an average working experience there. H&R Block is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Tax Associate First Year professionals compared to other employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.4 stars).

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142 reviews

4.0

Mar 6, 2014

Tax Professional

First year tax professional

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Pros

Fun, and Friendly staff to work with. A lot of support any time. Work Time flexible.

Cons

boring and LONG training is really Hard to fit in a already existing i-regular work time table.

3.0

Feb 20, 2014

Good Experience, Bad Situation

First year tax professional

Recommend

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Pros

The Income Tax Course was absolutely phenomenal, it taught me everything from Tax Theory and Tax Preparation, to the Client Interview Experience and more. Working as a Tax Pro with H&R Block is a Great opportunity to gain Client Service Experience, Cashier Experience, Tax Experience, and surprisingly Marketing Experience. It's also a great way to start making connections to people in the area and develop those relationships. The possible commission after the first year is nice, especially with certifications you can get during the off-season. H&R Block offers continued tax courses for a one time 20$ fee for the entire year which is a great part about the business, especially for those who want to gain advanced tax knowledge.

Cons

My Community Service Leader (office manager) was terrible, and this isn't the first instance of a bad CSL. With H&R Block, they give you the tools, the experience, and above all else, the education, however if they give you an incapable CSL like mine who has no idea what shes doing, it can be a major hindrance on your potential to excel as a Tax Pro. It should also be noted that the flexibility is limited and the "ideal" schedule is rarely achieved. Beware: my CSL forces me to do sign spinning (with dress clothes and tie in the hot Florida Sun) and flier handouts, regardless of the terrible crime rate in the surrounding location.

5.0

Feb 6, 2014

H&R Block is Great!!!

First year tax professional

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Pros

This company is innovative, dedicate and about helping America rather than just to get them as clientele. H&R Block truly does care

Cons

The only con that I can think of is that we charge for 1040-EZs now

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