Audit or Tax 2027 Internship

Rehmann; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical and mental health benefits

Paid time off for volunteering

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Saginaw, Michigan is offering internships in Audit and Tax for accounting majors. Interns will perform audit procedures and prepare tax returns while receiving mentorship and collaboration with clients. Ideal candidates are pursuing CPA licenses, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and possess strong Excel skills. This internship focuses on professional growth in a supportive environment with various benefits, including flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an accounting major and eventual CPA license.
• Preferred graduation dates between December 2026 – May 2028.
• Prior work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit procedures for moderately complex areas.
• Prepare individual and business tax returns for review.
• Identify relevant management letter comments.

Skills

Accounting major

Strong Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership experience

Education

Completion of Intermediate Financial Accounting I

GPA of 3.0 or higher

Tax or Audit class

Job description

Your Passion. Your Purpose. If you’re looking for something more—more opportunity, more impact, more purpose—Rehmann offers a culture that puts people first and empowers your purpose. Each associate plays a pivotal role in the firm’s success, supported by exceptional colleagues and leadership. Whether you are early in your career or further along, we help you achieve your goals.

To learn more about Rehmann, visit: https://www.rehmann.com/careers/

Our Commitment – Your Rehmann Internship Experience

• Receive mentorship and support from team-focused associates invested in the development of others
• Collaborate directly with clients and top firm leaders
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries
• Build new relationships in a friendly, professional, and growth-focused environment
• Experience a culture that promotes an open‑door policy and work/life integration
• Engage in complex projects and engagements from start to finish
• Be entrusted with staff‑level work that encourages creative problem‑solving and skill development
• Deliver exceptional client service to a diverse client base
• Earn a voice that is heard and makes an impact

How You Will Make an Impact as an Audit Intern

• Review prior year work papers and most recent interim financial statements before engagement begins
• Perform audit procedures for moderately complex areas
• Identify and draft relevant management letter comments, supported by factual information corroborated with appropriate client personnel
• Maintain knowledge of clients' policies, procedures and business conditions
• Understand clients' basic accounting practices and transactions, and their inter‑relationships with financial information systems
• Demonstrate working knowledge of clients' accounting systems, including computer control structure and environment, and assess the effectiveness of controls

How You Will Make an Impact as a Tax Intern

• Review and understand prior year tax returns and work papers
• Prepare individual, business and trust tax returns for detailed review
• Ensure all issues are addressed or documented and work papers are complete
• Prepare tax liability projections for corporate and individual clients
• Become familiar with federal tax regulations
• Calculate tax extensions and estimate payments

Your Desired Skills, Experiences & Values

• Pursuit of an accounting major and eventual CPA license
• Completion of Intermediate Financial Accounting I by the start of the internship
• Completion of a Tax or Audit class is preferred but not required
• Preferred graduation dates with 150 credit hours: December 2026 – May 2028
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Initiative and drive exhibited through leadership experiences in work and/or campus extracurriculars
• Some work experience (related or unrelated) is preferred
• Strong, hands‑on Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills
• Motivation to continuously learn and improve, easy to coach
• Unwavering integrity in all situations
• Enthusiasm, eagerness to engage, contribute, and have fun

Benefits include benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity‑related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more. When you join Rehmann, you become part of a firm dedicated to helping empower your purpose, whatever it may be.

Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.