Tax Intern: Training & Flexible Hours for Spring 2027

Kemper CPA Group; Marion (IL); Hybrid; USD 6,612,000 - 8,817,000; Part time

Job summary

Kemper CPA Group LLP, a top 100 public accounting firm, is seeking qualified candidates for a Tax Internship position in our Marion, Illinois office for the spring of 2027 tax season.

Successful candidates can expect to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, with potential to transition to full-time; the internship runs January through April and includes two-day tax training in January, with guidance from senior staff, managers, and partners.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA eligibility in progress.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to meet deadlines under time constraints.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Shows initiative and ownership of assigned work.

Responsibilities

• Complete simple individual and business tax returns in an efficient and effective manner within the time constraints given.
• Execute routine journal entries and prepare adjusted trial balances used in tax preparation.
• Organize and prepare work papers to support the tax file.
• Prepare state or local personal property tax returns as needed.
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Strong communication

Team player

Ownership of work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA eligibility in progress

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kemper CPA Group LLP, a top 100 public accounting firm, is seeking qualified candidates for a Tax Internship position in our Marion, Illinois office for the spring of 2027 tax season.

Successful candidates can expect to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, with potential to transition to full-time; the internship runs January through April and includes two-day tax training in January, with guidance from senior staff, managers, and partners.