Tax Intern

Hawkins Ash Cpas, LLP; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkins Ash CPAs in Rochester, MN is seeking 2028 Spring Tax Interns for a full-time internship. You'll gain hands-on tax experience and participate in training to develop technical skills.

You'll prepare individual and business tax returns, perform tax research, and assist staff from Associates to Partners. Candidates pursuing a Bachelor's in Accounting, completed taxation coursework, and aiming for CPA licensure are encouraged. Compensation is $26.00–$27.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Completed corporate or individual taxation class.
• Actively working toward CPA exam eligibility.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual and business income tax returns.
• Conduct tax research and convey findings to supervisor.
• Assist in preparing timely and accurate financial statements.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Tax Intern

Intern Full-Time Rochester, MN, US

16 days ago Requisition ID: 1472

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

The hourly rate for this position is $26.00 - $27.00 per hour.