Winter Tax Intern

Job Description

Winter Tax Intern (2027) | PKF O’Connor Davies

The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at PKF O’Connor Davies, located in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. PKF O’Connor Davies is a leading accounting, tax, and advisory firm with a century-long reputation for deep industry expertise and a personalized client approach. This internship offers students a chance to assist in providing quality tax services and gain real-world, hands-on experience in public accounting, fostering their professional growth. The firm prioritizes team member growth through mentorship, professional development, and a collaborative environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time, Seasonal
• Location: In-person Woodcliff Lake, NJ
• Pay: $30–$32 hourly
• Team: Industry group team member
• Mission: Assist in providing quality tax services to clients by supporting tax scanning and return preparation.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Relationships: Build professional relationships with clients and internal team members.
• Compliance: Follow firm policies and procedures to ensure efficient and professional work.
• Technical: Apply fundamental technical tax requirements in daily tasks.
• Preparation: Prepare tax returns and manage document scanning proficiently.
• Applications: Learn and utilize various microcomputer applications for tax processes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This role is for a student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, with at least 75% of the degree completed from an accredited university.
• Experience: No prior professional experience is explicitly required, as this program is designed for students seeking real-world exposure in public accounting.
• Skills: Candidates must demonstrate good communication skills, computer proficiency, customer-focus, and the ability to multitask. The role requires a team-oriented approach, a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week, availability for weekend work when necessary, and capability for frequent local travel to clients and other firm locations.