Tax Season Internship (Spring 2027)

Job Description

Student Intern Tax Preparer | Nichols & Company, CPAs

The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at Nichols & Company, CPAs, located in Westerville, Ohio. For over 25 years, N&Co has provided accounting and tax services to individuals and small businesses throughout Central Ohio. This role is crucial for gaining real-world accounting experience during tax season, contributing to meaningful client work, and developing skills essential for launching an accounting career. The internship supports the firm’s mission to make life #LessTaxing for both clients and team members.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Early Career
• Type: Seasonal, Part-time
• Location: In-person Westerville, OH
• Pay: $24 hourly + End-of-Season Bonus Opportunity
• Mission: Make life #LessTaxing for clients and team members alike.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office applications, professional tax software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Organize and process client tax documentation, setting up tax projects and workflows.
• Communicate with clients regarding missing information and track deadlines to advance returns through preparation.
• Enter and verify tax data for individual tax returns using professional tax software.
• Assist with 1099 preparation for business clients and support tax professionals throughout the preparation process.
• Review information for accuracy and completeness, learning how tax documents and regulations apply to real client situations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Pursuing a degree in Accounting with an interest in tax and public accounting.
• Experience: Ability to work a minimum of 25 hours per week during peak tax season, including weekend availability during peak periods. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Skills: Organized, dependable, and self-motivated. Demonstrates curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn, along with strong verbal and written communication skills and exceptional attention to detail.