Tax Intern

Hill, Barth & King, LLC; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

HBK interns gain hands-on tax experience in a growing Top 50 accounting firm in Paramus. The program provides federal/state tax training, tax research, HBK software instruction, and a week-long 1040 Tax Training Program. You will contribute high-quality work while collaborating with team members across the firm.

The spring busy season internship requires a minimum of 24 hours in-office per week. Sophomore or junior accounting students with a 3.0+ GPA and CPA interest are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Sophomore or junior pursuing accounting major with interest in CPA designation.
• GPA 3.0 or higher; leadership, campus involvement, and relevant experience valued.
• Excellent computer, communication, and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Receive training on federal and state tax preparation, tax research, and HBK software.
• Attend a week-long 1040 Tax Training Program and contribute high-quality work.
• Work closely with team members across levels and gain hands-on tax return experience.
• Develop professional communication and analytical skills through hands-on experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting major (Sophomore/Junior)

Tools

HBK software

Job description

HBK is a growing Top 50 accounting firm according to Accounting Today magazine and a Top 100 registered investment advisory according to Financial Advisor Magazine. Our hundreds of collaborating professionals have created and fostered thousands of close, caring, supportive client relationships.Growth requires talent, so we continue to seek capable, dedicated professionals in all aspects of financial services. Our recruits choose their career paths. We want you to excel in your career as part of a dynamic team, and we provide the support and the resources to help you succeed. The breadth and depth of experience we offer you is unique in the marketplace.We are entrepreneurs working with entrepreneurs, owners working with high-net-worth individuals and those who are owners of small and mid-size businesses, the heartbeat of our country. We are consultants, influencers in our communities as well as our clients and their finances. When we go home at night, we know we’ve made something happen for our clients. If you want a career that is all about helping people, you’re the kind of person we’re looking for. Please read on to discover if you could see yourself joining the HBK Family.DESCRIPTION:At HBK, the firm's internship program is designed to provide a valuable and challenging \"hands-on\" learning experience, to develop an understanding of the firm, the public accounting profession and to enhance the intern's formal education. You will accomplish this by:Receiving training on federal and state tax preparation, tax research, tax laws, and HBK softwareAttending a week-long 1040 Tax Training ProgramContributing to the firm by providing timely and high-quality work productsWorking closely with team members across all levels of the organization and performing many of the same responsibilities as a first-year associateGaining hands on training on how to prepare tax returns (individual and corporate)Gaining a better understanding of how public accounting firms operate.Strengthening communication, analytical, and professional skills through hands-on experienceGaining insight into what it takes to build a successful career in the public accounting industryREQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONSSophomore or junior candidate pursuing a major in accountingPreferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; leadership experience, campus involvement, and relevant work experience are also highly valued.Actively pursuing or interest in pursuing the CPA designationMust possess excellent computer, communication, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.Must pass an employment background checkINTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS:Internships may be full-time or part-time depending on the time of year and office requirements. For spring busy season internships, candidates must have the ability to work at least 24 hours per week in-office during the program. Before applying, please ensure you can commit to a minimum of 24 hours in-office per week throughout the duration of the program. Our spring internships run January through April.High-performing interns may be considered for future internship opportunities and full-time employment upon graduation.**Please note that application and interview timeframes and processes differ by office location** For specific questions regarding your application and the expected timeframe, please reach out to Catie Cohn at [e-mail] Rate: $28The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The actual base salary or hourly rate a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.HBK provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Please see the below link for Benefit details:HBK Benefits