A New Low - Tax Pro H&R Block Employee Review

1.0
Feb 16, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

You have opportunity to learn. You can set your work time. Most of the coworkers are friendly, helpful and smart.

Cons

Dollar per hour payment is very low and if you are not working in a busy office forget the bonus. Stress level is high since any serious mistake in due diligence may lead to federal prison. There is absolutely no job description. As a tax pro in a seasonal office for less than $10.00 per hour: - You are expected to present a perfect performance as a tax-prepare/tax-advisor (ok, you applied for it) - You are expected to be as calm as a psychologist, as patient as a social worker and as accurate as an accountant (ok, it comes with the territory) - You are expected to do all the admin jobs, client callings, fillings and … (ok, your client, your responsibility) - You are expected to deposit money at the bank at the end of each day (???) - You are expected to sell as many company products to clients as possible (Not ok, you did not apply for a sales position which is usually better paid) - You are expected to fully participate in marketing (Not ok, you did not apply for marketing position which is a much better paying job) - You are expected to make coffee, empty the trash and clean the bathroom (???)

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4.0
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Pros

H&R Block provides thorough training, and employees should expect to study continuously throughout the season. The training is valuable and helps build a strong understanding of tax preparation. There are opportunities to "level up," and advancing through the certification levels can lead to higher pay over time. Management is approachable and readily available when assistance is needed.

Cons

The position is seasonal, and the starting pay is $12 per hour. During peak tax season, employees may work very long hours—sometimes up to 10 hours a day, 6 to 7 days a week—which can be physically and mentally exhausting. In my first month, I also found that some of the staff were not especially welcoming, which made the initial adjustment more challenging.

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