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Genevieve
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Which company is a better place to work at: Jackson Hewitt or H&R Block?
I've been toying around with the idea of working at a tax office during the winter break if I don't get an internship. Also, when is the latest that I should apply?
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Atul Bhankharia
Sales
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Mount Laurel, New Jersey
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You have to take their training and pass their exams.
I seriously doubt you will be able to file income tax at these places as an intern.
I seriously doubt you will be able to file income tax at these places as an intern.
Thank you Atul. By joining one of these companies, I hope to gain experience working in an office environment, not as an intern.
Genevieve
Willette Wiley
Occupational therapy assistant
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Augusta, Georgia
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It all depends on what your job description is. All companies have good and bad points. The good thing about this Era is that we live in a time where you can research each company through the internet and find out what they offer their employees. Good look on you research.
Now is the time to look into them.
Now is the time to look into them.
Thank you!
Genevieve
Willette Wiley
Occupational therapy assistant
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Augusta, Georgia
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Now is the time to start looking for the company you want to work for deadlines. You can do that through their websites.
Thank you!
Genevieve
Maria Jose Rodriguez
Sr. Wealth Strategist Associate
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New York, New York
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Hi Genevieve,
Start applying now, both companies are known in the accounting industry, you would have to evaluate what is more convenient for you if they make you an offer.
Distance from home to commute, benefits, pay, etc.
I would apply to several companies, to keep your doors open.
All the best!
Start applying now, both companies are known in the accounting industry, you would have to evaluate what is more convenient for you if they make you an offer.
Distance from home to commute, benefits, pay, etc.
I would apply to several companies, to keep your doors open.
All the best!
Thank you!
Genevieve
Daphne Kasprzak
Director of Operations
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Houston, Texas
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Disclaimer...I am a tax preparer for HR Block. I have worked for HRB for about 10 years.
I can tell you that HR Block is currently interviewing for receptionist or CSP (client service professional) for the 2023 tax season. The pay is not great but it is a seasonal job. They do work around school or other employment schedules. I started in this position and then I was able to take the tax class in the fall for free and become a tax preparer.
I really enjoy HRB because of the flexibility and for $35/year I get all the tax continuing education I could want or need. As a tax preparer you basically work on commission (after the first year) and you can "level up" to get a higher commission.
When I worked as a CSP/receptionist, I worked in a smaller office, so I was able to do homework and research during the slow times. As long as the clients were taken care of and my assigned tasks were completed during my scheduled hours, I was able to do those things while on the clock. TBH I have seen some receptionists watch movies on the clock...lol.
I can tell you that HR Block is currently interviewing for receptionist or CSP (client service professional) for the 2023 tax season. The pay is not great but it is a seasonal job. They do work around school or other employment schedules. I started in this position and then I was able to take the tax class in the fall for free and become a tax preparer.
I really enjoy HRB because of the flexibility and for $35/year I get all the tax continuing education I could want or need. As a tax preparer you basically work on commission (after the first year) and you can "level up" to get a higher commission.
When I worked as a CSP/receptionist, I worked in a smaller office, so I was able to do homework and research during the slow times. As long as the clients were taken care of and my assigned tasks were completed during my scheduled hours, I was able to do those things while on the clock. TBH I have seen some receptionists watch movies on the clock...lol.
Thank you for your detailed response! I like the idea of the free tax classes (and watching movies on the clock ;) ) I'll look into this more, thanks again!
Genevieve
Lilly Vang
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Marinette, Wisconsin
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I agree that it is better to apply earlier rather than later! I know you are waiting to hear back about your internship. I would say make sure you have at least 1 month before your winter break as the LATEST to apply. Sometimes hiring can take a while. Best of luck to you! I hope it all works out.
I use Glassdoor to look at how good or how bad a company can be. Weigh the pros and cons of what you want from the experience and compare it with the reviews and benefits!
Follow up with the internship you want and ask when you can expect to hear back from them.
Apply to both tax office jobs with at least 1 month left before your winter break
Look up Glassdoor reviews for each company.
I use Glassdoor to look at how good or how bad a company can be. Weigh the pros and cons of what you want from the experience and compare it with the reviews and benefits!
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Thank you Lilly!
Genevieve