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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses. Seeking seasonal tax preparers to serve clients with diverse tax needs during the pre-season. H&R Block pre-season tax professionals are responsible for preparing complete and accurate tax returns, delivering outstanding client service, and generating business growth by supporting business to business sales activities. H&R Block is the industry's largest consumer tax services provider and we have been focused on client service for over 60 years. Pre-season Tax Professional duties include: Conducting tax interviews with clients Increasing retention of all clients Offering additional products and services Generating business growth by supporting business to business sales activities Providing IRS audit support & attending audits, as needed Growing tax expertise Mentoring and supporting teammates Answer questions and provide future tax planning to clients. Calculate form preparation fees according to return complexity and processing time required. Check data input or verify totals on forms prepared by others to detect errors in arithmetic, data entry, or procedures. Compute taxes owed or overpaid, using adding machines or personal computers, and complete entries on forms, following tax form instructions and tax tables. Consult tax law handbooks or bulletins to determine procedures for preparation of atypical returns. Explain federal and state tax laws to individuals and companies. Furnish taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to ensure correct tax form completion. Interview clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances. Prepare or assist in preparing simple to complex tax returns for individuals or small businesses. Review financial records such as income statements and documentation of expenditures to determine forms needed to prepare tax returns. Use all appropriate adjustments, deductions, and credits to keep clients' taxes to a minimum. OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Skills & Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent Experience completing individual returns Tax planning and audit support Ability to effectively communicate in person and in writing Knowledge and experience with a Windows-based computer system preferred Experience working in a fast-paced customer service environment preferred Successful completion of the H&R Block Tax Knowledge Assessment, H&R Block Income Tax Course, or equivalent Additional experience for this position is acquired through training upon hiring. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a Rsum: cara.anderson@hrblock.com
