Tax & Advisory - Intern

Keystone CPAs LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Keystone CPAs is offering a Tax & Advisory Internship designed to provide practical public accounting experience. You will assist with tax returns, research, client service, and workflow management while learning how business owners make financial decisions.

The internship emphasizes mentorship, hands-on client work, and potential for future full-time opportunities after graduation. Students and recent graduates gain exposure to a multidisciplinary firm and modern accounting practices.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Interest in pursuing CPA licensure.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax preparation, research, client service, workflow management, and special projects.
• Support tax planning and advisory efforts for client engagements.
• Collaborate with CPAs and Principal on client engagements and training.
• Engage in professional development and mentoring opportunities.
• Learn tax, accounting, and consulting processes within a modern CPA firm.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting

GPA 3.0+ preferred

CPA licensure interest

Tools

Excel

Job description

Compensation: $20-25/hour

Job Type: Internship (Part-Time or Full-Time)

Potential for Full-Time Employment

Launch Your Career with One of the Fastest Growing CPA Firms in the Country

At Keystone CPAs, we believe internships should be more than filing papers and organizing spreadsheets.

As a Tax & Advisory Intern, you'll gain hands‑on experience working alongside experienced CPAs and advisors while supporting business owners with real tax, accounting, and consulting projects. You'll be exposed to complex tax planning, client advisory services, and the day‑to‑day operations of a modern CPA firm.

In less than five years, Keystone CPAs has grown into one of the nation's fastest‑growing multidisciplinary firms, providing integrated Tax, Accounting, Advisory, Wealth Management, Business Brokerage, Payroll, and Client Accounting Services.

If you're looking for an internship where you'll be challenged, mentored, and given meaningful responsibility, we'd love to meet you.

About the Internship

This internship provides students and recent graduates with practical experience in public accounting while working directly with our Tax professionals.

You'll assist with tax preparation, research, client service, workflow management, and special projects while learning how businesses and their owners make financial decisions.

Our goal is to develop future professionals who are prepared for a successful career in public accounting.

Many of our interns are considered for future full‑time opportunities upon graduation.

What You'll Do

Tax Preparation & Compliance

• Assist in preparing federal and state income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
• Organize tax documents and supporting schedules.
• Prepare workpapers and assist with tax return assembly.
• Support quarterly estimate calculations and tax projections.
• Assist with extension filings and other compliance activities.

Tax Research

• Research federal and state tax issues.
• Assist in identifying tax‑saving opportunities for clients.
• Summarize research findings for managers and partners.
• Stay current on changes in tax laws and regulations.

Client Support

• Assist with client communication and information gathering.
• Help organize documents received through client portals.
• Support onboarding of new clients.
• Provide exceptional customer service while learning Keystone's client‑first philosophy.
• Work closely with Tax Managers, CPAs, and Principals on a variety of client engagements.
• Participate in internal training and professional development.
• Assist with special projects and process improvements.
• Collaborate with team members across multiple service lines.

What You'll Learn

During your internship, you'll gain exposure to:

• Individual and Business Tax Returns
• Tax Planning Strategies
• Public Accounting Best Practices
• Client Relationship Management
• Professional Communication
• Tax Research
• Accounting Technology
• Practice Management Software
• Professional Ethics

Why Keystone?

At Keystone CPAs, you'll work alongside professionals who are committed to helping you grow.

Our interns are treated as valuable members of the team and have opportunities to:

• Work directly with experienced CPAs and firm leadership
• Gain exposure to a variety of industries and clients
• Participate in professional development and mentoring
• Learn modern accounting technologies and workflows
• Build relationships that support future career growth

Compensation

• $25.00 per hour

Interns scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week may be eligible for select company benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays (where applicable)
• Professional development and mentoring
• Company‑issued technology (as applicable)
• Opportunity for future full‑time employment

Keystone CPAs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.

Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Interest in pursuing CPA licensure.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.