Tax Intern | Spring 2027

CBIZ; Melville (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

CBIZ in Melville, IL is seeking a motivated student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree to join our tax team, supporting clients in real estate, construction, healthcare, manufacturing and many other industries.

You will assist in planning assignments, prepare and review federal and state returns for partnerships, C corps, S corps and individuals, and develop tax compliance skills while maintaining the highest professional standards and client confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, research and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning multiple tax assignments across industries.
• Prepare and review federal and state returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals.
• Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with audits and notices.
• Participate in client assignments from start to finish.
• Maintain professional standards and client confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Master’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Intranet software

Job description

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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

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred
• Active participation in student organizations or work experience in accounting or a related field is a plus, but not required

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