Accounting Intern - S

H&R Block, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Onsite amenities

Paid PTO during Reboot Week

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. invites driven students to join the Embark 2027 Summer Internship Program at our downtown Kansas City headquarters.

This 11-week paid internship offers real-world experience in Finance and Accounting, with mentoring, workshops, and opportunities to contribute to accounting projects. Interns will gain exposure to forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis while enjoying amenities and a housing stipend when necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar with a GPA 3.0+.
• Ability to work in a diverse team and independently.
• Highly motivated, organized, reliable and detail-oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Quick learner and able to work with new computer-based programs and databases.
• Thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze financial data for accounting projects.
• Assist with forecasting, financial reporting and processes.
• Research technical accounting and financial reporting matters.
• Support preparation of financial statements, reconciliations and schedules.
• Assist with timely preparation and review of financial reports.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and variances.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Finance teams on special projects.
• Interns receive guidance and mentoring while also working independently.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

MS Office

Quick learner

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma

Pursuing accounting/finance/economics degree

GPA 3.0+

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Databases

Job description

About the Role

Turn your classroom learning into real-world impact with H&R Block’s Embark 2027 Summer Internship Program, open to students studying Finance and Accounting. This 11-week paid internship offers meaningful, real-world experience that aligns with your field of study while making a valuable impact on our organization.

The Embark 2027 Summer Internship runs from May 17, 2027 – July 30, 2027.

You’ll work at our corporate headquarters in the heart of downtown Kansas City’s Power & Light District, where you’re just steps, or a streetcar ride, away from incredible restaurants, entertainment, and city energy. Inside our building, you’ll have access to amenities that make work-life balance easy, including an onsite Starbucks, a company dining hall with plenty of options, a free fitness center, and free parking!

Program Highlights:

• $25/hour compensation
• Paid PTO during H&R Block’s annual Reboot Week (June 28 – July 2)
• Housing stipend provided for students whose permanent address is more than 50 miles from the KC metro

Throughout the 11-week internship, under the guidance of a leader, some of the internship responsibilities will include:

• Research and analyze financial data for accounting projects and reporting
• Assist with forecasting, financial reporting, and processes
• Research technical accounting and financial reporting matters
• Support preparation of financial statements, reconciliations, and schedules
• Assist with the timely preparation and review of financial reports
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and variances
• Collaborate with Accounting and Finance teams on special projects
• Interns will be provided with significant guidance and mentoring but will also be encouraged to work independently.

Throughout the 11-week internship, as a part of the Embark program, interns will also participate in workshops and events that align with the program's four pillars:

Professional Development: includes the basics for a professional role, everything from using Microsoft Office to setting up a Teams meeting and giving a presentation.

Giveback: involves participating in Make Every Block Better community service events. The goal is to teach the importance of community, make an impact, and provide bonding time for teams.

Networking: entails meeting various executives with offices at H&R Block’s headquarters, having lunch with directors and vice presidents, spending time with a mentor and getting to know people beyond their assigned department.

Connected Culture: is meant to be fun and teach the importance of working hard and playing hard. H&R Block might take the interns to a Kansas City Royals game or facilitate other competitions meant to be fun or instill teamwork.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Seeking to obtain a degree in Information Accounting, Finance, Economics, or some similar disciplinewith a GPA of 3.0 or above
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and independently
• Highly motivated, organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Quick learner and not afraid to work with new computer-based programs and databases
• Ability to be effective and contribute in a fast-paced corporate environment

Work Experience:

• No previous work experience necessary.

Why work for us

At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.

That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.