Tax Intern

Hawkins Ash CPAs, LLP; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins Ash CPAs in Wisconsin is inviting applications for 2028 Spring Tax Interns. This internship offers hands-on tax experience, including preparing returns and performing research, while you learn directly from associates to partners.

You will gain practical exposure to individual and business taxes, participate in a January intern training, and develop skills in communication and accounting software. Ideal candidates are accounting majors actively pursuing CPA eligibility, with coursework

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and actively engaged in coursework relevant to tax.
• Has completed a corporate or individual taxation class as part of their program.
• Working toward CPA exam eligibility with courses and credits to sit for the exam.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on tax-related experience across return preparation and research.
• Participate in an January Intern Training event to build technical skills.
• Receive on-the-job training while working with clients and staff at Hawkins Ash CPAs.
• Prepare individual and business income tax returns under supervision.
• Conduct tax research and relay findings to your supervisor.
• Assist in preparing timely financial statements to support client decisions.
• Demonstrate work ethic and interest in joining Hawkins Ash CPAs full-time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hawkins Ash CPAs is looking to hire 2028 Spring Tax Interns!

Build your career in a collaborative environment where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and the people around you take pride in helping clients and communities succeed.

Hawkins Ash CPAs is a Top 200 public accounting firm with 200+ professionals across 11 offices in Wisconsin and Minnesota. We provide audit, tax, advisory, and accounting services to businesses, nonprofit organizations, credit unions, and individuals throughout the region.

Our firm combines the expertise and resources of a larger firm with the approachable culture and strong relationships of a regional practice. Our professionals work closely with experienced leaders, develop meaningful client relationships, and have opportunities to expand their technical expertise and leadership skills.

The Hawkins Ash CPAs Spring Tax Internship offers an opportunity to develop your skills, build lasting relationships, and make a meaningful impact for clients.

What you'll do:

• Gain hands-on tax-related experience
• Participate in the January Intern Training event to help you obtain the technical skills needed to start contributing right away
• Receive on-the-job training and real-world experience working with clients; putting what you learned in the classroom to use
• Have the opportunity to work directly with staff from Associates to Partners and learn directly from them
• Prepare individual and business income tax returns
• Conduct tax research and convey information to your supervisor
• Assist in the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements to enable effective and informed decision-making
• Demonstrate your work ethic, knowledge, and interest in joining Hawkins Ash CPAs full-time
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Our ideal candidate will:

• Currently be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Have completed a corporate or individual taxation class
• Actively be achieving credits to sit for the Certified Public Accountant exam
• Have excellent skills in communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Exhibit strong computer skills, especially proficient in Microsoft Office

Hawkins Ash CPAs office locations: Brookfield Green Bay La Crosse Manitowoc Marshfield Medford Mequon Neenah Rochester St. Charles Winona