Intern – Audit or Tax

Job Description

Intern Tax Winter 2028 | Forvis Mazars US

The Tone:
This is an internship at Forvis Mazars US, located in Des Moines, IA. Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network with over 7,000 team members across the US, delivering assurance, tax, and consulting services. With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, they are building something different, guided by a shared promise to create extraordinary experiences for clients and a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported. This role offers students valuable hands-on experience in public accounting, helping them decide their career path and develop essential skills by working on client engagements similar to entry-level associates.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal, Part-time or Full-time (early-January through April 15th for winter; early-June through mid-August for summer)
• Location: In-person – Des Moines, IA

• Team: Works alongside senior staff and management personnel
• Mission: To gain valuable experience and contribute to client engagements in the tax practice, developing technical know-how and professional skills.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Reconciliation: Work with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data.
• Tax Preparation: Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, or other tax returns for clients.
• Payment Calculation: Calculate tax extension or estimate payments as required for client needs.
• Client Engagement: Participate in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Intern candidates must be working toward CPA Exam eligibility, demonstrate satisfactory academic performance in major-related coursework, and maintain a minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0.
• Experience: Entry-level professional experience gaining exposure to client engagements and developing technical know-how across various industries.
• Skills:
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines
• Reliable transportation to and from your assigned office, with the ability to attend off-site meetings and events in person.
• Bonus:
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite
• Problem-solving attitude
• Willingness to take initiative