Tax Intern (Seasonal) - Sarasota: Training & Growth

Kerkering, Barberio & Co; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement potential

Training & development

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Kerkering, Barberio & Co in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Tax Intern for a January 2028 start. This interim, entry‑level role requires no prior public accounting experience and focuses on accounting, tax, and client services under supervision.

You will learn to record transactions, prepare trial balances and simple financial statements, and assist with proofs and reviews while meeting deadlines. Strong communication, organization, and professionalism are essential as you collaborate with clients and

Qualifications

• Proficiency with multiple computer programs and spreadsheets.
• Demonstrates good critical thinking, professional judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Conducts self with integrity in a responsible, professional manner and appearance.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Records transactions in ledgers, prepares trial balances and simple financial statements using computer programs.
• Reconciles accounts to control accounts.
• Assists with proofing financial statements and other documents, as applicable.
• Organizes work papers in a logical sequence that can be followed.
• Meets time and budget constraints and client deadlines.
• Communicates with clients and team members, as requested, in an efficient and professional manner.
• Performs other accounting and tax duties as needed in engagements.

Skills

Multi-program proficiency

Critical thinking

Verbal & written communication

Integrity & professionalism

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s in accounting in progress

Job description

Kerkering, Barberio & Co in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Tax Intern for a January 2028 start. This interim, entry‑level role requires no prior public accounting experience and focuses on accounting, tax, and client services under supervision.

You will learn to record transactions, prepare trial balances and simple financial statements, and assist with proofs and reviews while meeting deadlines. Strong communication, organization, and professionalism are essential as you collaborate with clients and