Tax Associate 1 Intern

Job Description

Tax Internship – Spring 2027 | Cain Watters & Associates

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Cain Watters & Associates, a firm consistently recognized by rating services and publications like INSIDE Public Accounting and Accounting Today. The company is committed to upholding principles of equal pay and opportunity. This role is crucial for directly supporting the Tax Team in preparing federal and state income tax, specifically through data entry of 1040 returns and Personal Property Tax (PPT). The internship provides an opportunity to contribute to a reputable firm’s tax season goals.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person
• Team: Reports to Tax Managers, directly supporting the Tax Team
• Mission: Directly supports the Tax Team on federal and state income tax preparation, focusing on data entry for 1040 returns and Personal Property Tax.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (MS Excel), Adobe Acrobat

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Preparation: Prepare various basic tax returns, including 1040, 1041, 1120, 1120S, and 1065.
• Client Reporting: Generate tax-related reports for clients, such as Personal Property Tax, Extensions, Estimated Payment Vouchers, and Tax Notices.
• Research and Inquiry: Conduct research as necessary to accurately prepare tax returns and respond to client questions.
• Workflow Management: Participate in planning workflow to ensure assigned returns are completed and assist in setting up new client tax returns and workpapers.
• Recordkeeping: Document records and workpapers into the firm’s electronic file cabinet for accurate and organized recordkeeping.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Individual working towards a bachelor’s degree in accounting, tax, or a related field.
• Experience: Entry-level experience with a basic knowledge of tax laws preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel.
• Bonus: A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred, and proficiency in Adobe Acrobat is also a plus.