Tax Intern – Tax Preparation

Abacus!; Springfield (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Abacus!, located in Springfield, MO and Fayetteville, AR, seeks a part-time Tax Intern to gain hands-on experience in tax preparation, bookkeeping, and client service. You will assist with individual and business tax returns, data entry, and record keeping while learning tax compliance.

This internship is ideal for a junior or senior accounting student seeking practical skills, with no prior professional experience required and a strong emphasis on attention to detail and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Enrolled college student (junior or senior) majoring in accounting or related field.
• No prior professional experience required.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Comfort with spreadsheets and technology; ability to handle confidential financial information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax preparation for individuals and businesses by gathering financial information.
• Gain bookkeeping and data entry experience including account reconciliations and document management.
• Communicate with clients to collect required tax documents and clarify financial details.
• Learn tax compliance requirements and how accounting information integrates into tax work.
• Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documents; apply classroom knowledge to client tasks.

Skills

Accounting basics

Bookkeeping

Financial statements

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Spreadsheets

Education

College student (junior or senior)

Accounting major preferred

Tools

Spreadsheets

Accounting software

Tax software

Job description

Tax Intern | Abacus!

The Tone:

This is a part-time internship at Abacus!, located in Springfield, MO and Fayetteville, AR. Abacus! is part of Current, an accounting platform founded in 2023, which has partnered with over 40 leading accounting firms and grown to include more than 2,000 professionals nationwide. The company invests in technology and innovation to modernize the accounting profession. This role is crucial for gaining practical experience in tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping, providing a strong foundation for a future career in professional services.

The TL;DR

• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person Springfield, MO, Fayetteville, AR
• Mission: Assist with tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping to provide practical client service and ensure compliance.
• Tech Stack: Spreadsheets, various accounting and tax software

What You’ll Actually Do

• Tax Preparation: Assist with preparing individual and business tax returns by gathering and organizing financial information.
• Bookkeeping & Data Entry: Gain hands‑on experience with bookkeeping tasks, data entry, account reconciliations, and financial documentation.
• Client Communication: Communicate with clients to gather necessary tax documents and clarify financial information.
• Tax Compliance: Learn tax compliance requirements and understand how accounting information integrates into tax preparation.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documentation while applying classroom knowledge to client work.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Currently enrolled in college at the Junior or Senior level, preferably pursuing Accounting or a related degree. Entry-Level.
• Experience: No previous professional experience required.
• Skills: Basic understanding of accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial statements; strong attention to detail and organization; effective communication; ability to handle confidential financial information professionally; comfort with spreadsheets and technology.
• Bonus: Previous bookkeeping or tax preparation experience; eagerness to learn, take feedback, and work collaboratively.