Tax Internship

Job Description

Summer 2027 Tax Internship | Nichols Cauley

The Tone:
This is a seasonal internship at Nichols Cauley, located in Coral Gables, FL. Nichols Cauley is a leading public accounting firm recognized among the Top 120 Firms by Inside Public Accounting and celebrated as one of Accounting Today’s Best Firms to Work For and Best Firms for Young Accountants. This role provides an opportunity for aspiring accounting professionals to gain practical experience in tax preparation, research, and client support within a firm committed to professional excellence and career development. The firm values innovation, teamwork, and long-term success, offering a supportive environment for growth.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person Coral Gables, FL
• Team: Tax department, collaborating with team members and senior staff
• Mission: Assist the tax department in preparing, researching, and documenting tax-related information to ensure compliance and support client needs.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, tax software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare Tax Returns: Assist in preparing various types of tax returns, such as individual, corporate, partnership, or trust returns, by gathering financial information, inputting data into tax software, and verifying accuracy.
• Conduct Tax Research: Research tax laws, regulations, and rulings to assist with tax planning and compliance, compiling findings into reports and summaries for senior staff review.
• Support Client Needs: Aid in responding to client inquiries and requests, which may involve preparing correspondence, explaining tax-related information, and providing support to address client concerns.
• Maintain Tax Records: Organize and maintain accurate tax files, ensuring all necessary documentation is properly recorded and stored for compliance purposes.
• Assist During Audits: Support the tax team during audits or reviews by gathering and organizing relevant documents and information.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level professional pursuing a degree in Accounting, with a strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other relevant software, including familiarity with tax software.
• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Bonus: Familiarity with tax laws and regulations is a plus.