Tax Accounting Intern: Hands-on Prep & Tech Wins

PBMares LLP; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

PBMares LLP in Newport News, Virginia invites a Tax Accounting Intern to develop foundational tax skills while supporting the Tax Service Line. Under close supervision, you'll perform analytical work, assist in tax return preparation, maintain documentation, and contribute to research and compliance activities using firm-approved technology and AI-enabled tools with human oversight.

You will collaborate with senior staff, participate in client-facing shadowing, and build qualifications toward

Qualifications

• Working toward an Accounting degree as a rising junior or senior.
• Making progress toward CPA eligibility.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supports high-quality client service by preparing well-organized workpapers and contributing to accurate tax return deliverables.
• Assists in gathering client information, analyzing data, and identifying potential tax deductions or credits.
• Participates in client-facing activities through shadowing opportunities to develop communication and advisory skills.
• Ensures professionalism, responsiveness, and clarity in all interactions and documentation.
• Assists with tax compliance, including return preparation, tax projections for extensions, and related documentation.
• Conducts basic tax research under supervision, applying authoritative guidance.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting degree (rising junior or senior)

GPA 3.0 or higher

Proficiency with Word & Excel

Tools

CaseWare

ProSystem Access

Job description

PBMares LLP in Newport News, Virginia invites a Tax Accounting Intern to develop foundational tax skills while supporting the Tax Service Line. Under close supervision, you'll perform analytical work, assist in tax return preparation, maintain documentation, and contribute to research and compliance activities using firm-approved technology and AI-enabled tools with human oversight.

You will collaborate with senior staff, participate in client-facing shadowing, and build qualifications toward