Good training and software, but low pay and pressure to sell - Tax Associate H&R Block Employee Review

2.0
Apr 24, 2026
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Pros

Lots of good training on taxes. Good tax prep software so getting into the return process is easy. Reasonably good schedule until the last couple of weeks of tax season. Some colleagues very helpful, supportive for new preparers.

Cons

Low hourly pay. Schedules changed without any notice. Offices aren’t well maintained. Culture encouraging people to work extended hours with no breaks. You think you’re there to prepare taxes only to discover they want you to push “products” like their proprietary credit cards, refund loans, etc.

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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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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