Intern – Tax Accounting

Job Description

Tax Season Internship – CPA Firm | Gould Killian CPA Group P.A.

The Tone:
This is an internship at Gould Killian CPA Group P.A., a professional accounting firm dedicated to providing comprehensive tax services. The firm is actively seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Intern to become a vital part of its team during the upcoming Tax Season, spanning from January to April 2027. This role is exceptionally important as it directly supports the firm’s core operational needs during its busiest period, particularly in the preparation and e-filing of crucial tax returns. The intern’s contributions will ensure the efficient processing of personal and corporate tax documents, while also assisting with the essential workflow functions that keep the firm running smoothly. This position offers a unique opportunity for aspiring accounting professionals to gain invaluable, hands-on experience in a real-world CPA firm setting. It is designed to provide substantial exposure to both the technical complexities and the day-to-day operational realities of the accounting field, laying a robust foundation for future career advancement.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal, Temporary

• Mission: To support the preparation and e-filing of personal and corporate tax returns and manage firm workflow functions during Tax Season.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Preparation: Engage in the detailed preparation processes for personal tax returns, with an emphasis on accuracy and adherence to compliance standards, ultimately supporting successful tax filings.
• Corporate Tax Support: Contribute actively to the comprehensive preparation processes for corporate tax returns, ensuring all required documentation is compiled correctly for review.
• E-Filing Management: Execute the e-filing processes for personal tax returns, focusing on timely and correct submission to relevant tax authorities.
• Corporate E-Filing: Manage the e-filing processes for corporate tax returns, ensuring all procedural requirements are met for successful electronic submission.
• Workflow Optimization: Assist with and support various essential workflow functions of the firm, contributing directly to overall operational efficiency and smooth seasonal processes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Minimum qualification of being a current Junior or Senior student enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program with a focus on Accounting or a related financial discipline. This is an entry-level position designed for academic stage career development.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is explicitly required. This role is ideally suited for individuals who are interested in gaining their first hands-on exposure within a professional accounting firm environment.
• Skills: Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented in task execution, highly organized in managing responsibilities, effectively communicative in a professional setting, genuinely motivated to contribute, and eager to learn new processes and technical skills within the CPA firm’s operations.