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      Good company to learn how to prepare tax returns on a commercial basis. - Tax Associate H&R Block Employee Review

      4.0
      Oct 16, 2012
      Tax associate
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      Pros

      Very good materials used in tax classes; Company offers a wide variety of classes as well, including classes that count towards continuing education requirements. H&R Block supports employees in attaining the Registered Tax Return Preparer (RTRP) designation, which will be required of all tax preparers by December 31, 2013. Flexible work schedule.

      Cons

      First year salary is fixed. It was $8.50/hr in Raleigh during the 2012 season. Associates earn commissions in year two. If you are looking to build a larger practice, you could do a lot better financially as a sole proprietor or an LLC. However, you would be responsible for overhead, marketing, and could be personally responsible in the event of malpractice.

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      5.0
      Jun 22, 2026
      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      Great work during tax season

      Cons

      Not available year round for most employees

      3.0
      Jun 23, 2026
      Senior tax analyst
      Recommend
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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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