Busy Season Intern – Audit, Accounting, or Tax

Job Description

Busy Season 2028 Audit or Tax Intern | Kreischer Miller

The Tone:
This is an internship at Kreischer Miller, located in Horsham, PA. Kreischer Miller is a leading regional accounting firm with approximately 250 team members, providing accounting, tax, and advisory services to growth-oriented privately-held, family-owned, and not-for-profit businesses in the Greater Philadelphia area. This role offers the opportunity to gain diversified assignments, work directly with business owners, and learn from firm leaders, making a tangible difference in clients’ success while supporting the firm’s mission. Kreischer Miller cares passionately about helping both clients and team members achieve their professional and personal goals.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time, Seasonal
• Location: In-person, Horsham, PA
• Team: Works under the supervision of talented CPAs and supports Senior Accountants, Managers, and Directors in Audit & Accounting or Tax.
• Mission: Assist in preparing financial documents and tax returns, applying accounting knowledge, and providing excellent client service during the busy season.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Adobe, internal depreciation software, department-specific daily technology.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Technology Application: Learn and apply core daily technology used in either the Audit & Accounting or Tax departments.
• Document Preparation: Prepare basic Excel work papers for client accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, and fixed assets, or prepare individual, partnership, and trust tax returns.
• Client Support: Assist Staff and Senior Accountants with tasks including mailing client confirmations, updating internal control forms, and preparing depreciation schedules using specialized software.
• Workpaper Management: Utilize Adobe to mark up client workpapers and directly support Senior Accountants, Managers, and Directors on the team.
• Industry Engagement: Engage with business owners across various industries to apply accounting knowledge and deliver excellent client service.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Working towards a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Accounting; Entry-Level position. Resumes without GPA will not be considered, and transcripts are requested.
• Experience: Proficiency in computers and software programs; no specific years of experience required.
• Skills: Strong commitment to excellence, client service, and professional growth; ability to work independently and proactively; possess a positive attitude, good communication skills, and willingness to learn; be a team player, motivated to work in a fast-paced environment; strong ability to understand the “big picture” quickly, identify key issues, and prioritize tasks.