Accounting Intern

Job Description

Tax Intern – Spring 2027 | Kaufman Rossin

The Tone:
This is an internship at Kaufman Rossin, a leading public accounting firm, offering a hybrid work environment located in the South Florida tri-county area, requiring two days/week in-office. Kaufman Rossin is a privately owned, independent public accounting firm, free from outside investor influence, which enables the firm to prioritize long-term client relationships, maintain objectivity, and make strategic decisions benefiting its people and clients. With over 700 employees and sister entities, Kaufman Rossin has consistently been celebrated as a Best Place to Work in South Florida for over a dozen times, deeply rooted in a ‘people first’ foundation. This Tax Intern role offers a career-defining opportunity to develop leadership, strategic vision, and client expertise within a culture that nurtures creativity, rewards innovation, and encourages professional growth, all while integrating academic learning with significant hands-on experience.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Flexible (20-40 hours/week)
• Location: Hybrid – South Florida
• Mission: This person will integrate their academic knowledge with practical tax applications, gaining hands-on experience in a professional setting, and contributing to the firm’s client services while prioritizing their ongoing education.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Word, PPT, Adobe

What You’ll Actually Do
An internship with Kaufman Rossin is structured to provide a rich learning adventure, integrating academic coursework with practical application. Education remains the priority, with flexible scheduling to accommodate class commitments.
• Integrate classroom learning with hands-on, real-world tax knowledge and practices.
• Ask clarifying questions to deepen understanding and facilitate professional growth.
• Successfully meet the specific learning goals set for each assignment and internship term.
• Share innovative ideas, valuable suggestions, and informed opinions with the team.
• Actively participate in the firm’s collaborative culture, enjoying the work, learning, and team interactions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level candidate currently enrolled in a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree program in Accounting with a 3.0 GPA.
• Experience: Foundational knowledge of general accounting principles, coupled with a solid understanding of tax provisions relevant to the field.
• Skills: Proficiency in essential office productivity tools including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, alongside Adobe applications for document management.
• Bonus: Strong team player with a commitment to high-quality, detailed work; self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities; excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency with QuickBooks and other Microsoft applications.