Tax Intern – Tax Preparation

Job Description

Tax Intern | Abacus!

The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at Abacus!, located in Springfield, MO and Fayetteville, AR. Abacus! is part of Current, an accounting platform founded in 2023, which has partnered with over 40 leading accounting firms and grown to include more than 2,000 professionals nationwide. The company invests in technology and innovation to modernize the accounting profession. This role is crucial for gaining practical experience in tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping, providing a strong foundation for a future career in professional services.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person Springfield, MO, Fayetteville, AR
• Mission: Assist with tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping to provide practical client service and ensure compliance.
• Tech Stack: Spreadsheets, various accounting and tax software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Preparation: Assist with preparing individual and business tax returns by gathering and organizing financial information.
• Bookkeeping & Data Entry: Gain hands-on experience with bookkeeping tasks, data entry, account reconciliations, and financial documentation.
• Client Communication: Communicate with clients to gather necessary tax documents and clarify financial information.
• Tax Compliance: Learn tax compliance requirements and understand how accounting information integrates into tax preparation.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documentation while applying classroom knowledge to client work.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in college at the Junior or Senior level, preferably pursuing Accounting or a related degree. Entry-Level.
• Experience: No previous professional experience required.
• Skills: Basic understanding of accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial statements; strong attention to detail and organization; effective communication; ability to handle confidential financial information professionally; comfort with spreadsheets and technology.
• Bonus: Previous bookkeeping or tax preparation experience; eagerness to learn, take feedback, and work collaboratively.