H&R Block - one of the best places to launch a long-term seasonal career. - Anonymous employee H&R Block Employee Review

4.0
Mar 9, 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

One of the best long-term seasonal jobs available in the country, especially when you still want to go out and work during Winter after normal retirement ages. Great opportunity to meet new people and serve your community by providing professional tax preparation services.

Cons

The future of retail tax preparation industry is not that optimistic due to the increasing number of customers who are capable of doing their own taxes.

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5.0
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Pros

Great work during tax season

Cons

Not available year round for most employees

3.0
Jun 23, 2026
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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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