Tax Intern [Summer]

Platform Accounting Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation rate

Job summary

Platform Accounting Group is seeking a Tax Intern to join our Austin, TX office. The intern will assist with researching and resolving technical tax issues, support a variety of tax projects, and contribute to other assignments as needed.

The role requires collaboration, openness to feedback, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment while gaining exposure to complex tax returns and tax software tools.

Qualifications

• Pursuing accounting degree or related field.
• Interest in Public Accounting industry.
• Ability to receive and act on feedback.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to complex U.S. and multi-state income tax returns for business entities (C-corps, S-corps, partnerships, individuals, gift/estate tax).
• Research and consult on tax matters; use tax-related software for research.
• Assist with bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, and other accounting services.
• Support client relationships and understand each client’s business and finances.
• Collaborate with the intern team across Platform to share best practices.

Skills

Collaboration

Feedback

Teamwork

Accounting/tax knowledge

Prioritization/multi-tasking

Education

Pursuing accounting degree

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Tax Intern to join our Austin, TX office, Arbor Creek Tax & Consulting. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong interest in the accounting industry. As a Tax Intern, you will assist with researching and resolving technical tax issues, supporting a variety of tax projects, and contributing to other assignments as needed. Success in this role requires strong collaboration skills, openness to feedback, and the ability to both give and receive coaching in a team-oriented environment.

Who we are

Platform Accounting Group is a rapidly growing professional services firm providing tax, accounting, assurance, IT consulting, and wealth management services to small and medium sized businesses and their owners. We currently have 50+ offices across 15 States with much more growth on the horizon. We fully understand that every employee has different needs, so our unique business model allows for more flexible work arrangements than most firms can offer. Enjoy a professional and dynamic work environment while making work/life balance a priority.

What you will do

• Gain exposure to complex U.S. and multi-state income tax returns for business entities, including C-corporations, S-Corporations, partnerships, individual income, gift tax, and estate tax returns


• Understand the tax return process with a high degree of accuracy


• Research and consult on various tax matters; utilize tax-related software to research tax matters


• Provide or assist with accounting services including bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, etc.


• Support the office in maintaining and enhancing client relationships and demonstrate knowledge of each client's business and finances


• Collaborate with the broader team of interns across Platform, gaining insight on best practices and procedures

What we look for

• Someone interested in pursuing their career in the Public Accounting Industry


• A demonstrated level of high performance in academics and extra-curricular activities


• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback


• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed


• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage responsibilities in a team environment


• High level proficiency with office technology and software


• Strong technical skills in accounting and tax

What we offer

• Opportunity for advancement within a rapidly growing professional services firm


• Ongoing informal and formal training and development


• Ability to work across a wide variety of clientele


• Competitive hourly compensation rate