Tax Intern | Spring 2027

CBIZ; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBIZ is seeking a Tax Associate to gain understanding and assist in planning multiple tax assignments across diverse industries such as Real Estate, Construction, Healthcare and Manufacturing. You will prepare and review federal and state returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals.

You will develop tax compliance knowledge, assist with IRS audits, and participate in client assignments from start to finish while building strong relationships.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong computer and technical skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and intranet software.

Responsibilities

• Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple tax assignments in Real Estate, Construction, Healthcare, Manufacturing and many more industries
• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals
• Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with IRS audits, tax notice response, trust returns, gift and estate returns
• Participate in client assignments from beginning to end
• Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships
• Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness and commitment to understanding their goals and needs
• Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Intranet software

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Intranet software

Job description

• Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple tax assignments in Real Estate, Construction, Healthcare, Manufacturing and many more industries
• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals
• Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with IRS audits, tax notice response, trust returns, gift and estate returns
• Participate in client assignments from beginning to end
• Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships
• Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness and commitment to understanding their goals and needs
• Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct

Job Description

Essential Functions And Primary Duties

• Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple tax assignments in Real Estate, Construction, Healthcare, Manufacturing and many more industries
• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals
• Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with IRS audits, tax notice response, trust returns, gift and estate returns
• Participate in client assignments from beginning to end
• Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships
• Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness and commitment to understanding their goals and needs
• Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct

Preferred Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree; Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field
• Active participation in student organizations or work experience in accounting or a related field

Minimum Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Strong computer and technical skills including, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and intranet software