Tax Internship: Real Client Experience & CPA Prep

Wipfli; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking an accounting intern who will work in person at our Wisconsin offices. You will assist with tax returns, data analysis, and client service while gaining exposure to a variety of accounting tasks and software tools.

This internship emphasizes hands-on learning and collaboration with professionals across the firm. Preferred candidates are pursuing a degree in Accounting, maintain solid GPAs, and are aiming to sit for the CPA exam after graduation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting (completion of corporate or individual taxation class is required)
• Above average knowledge in accounting; preferred 3.0 GPA or higher
• Working towards eligibility to sit for CPA exam upon graduation
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
• Ability to think independently and make good decisions based on education and experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients and staff
• Ability to prioritize work, follow through on requests, take initiative and meet deadlines
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; no sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner
• Respond to inquiries from client and work with client to gather necessary information for completion of required documents
• Use data analysis skills to discover useful information and patterns to provide support in recommendations
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency
• Prepare individual, business and fiduciary tax returns and projections in accordance with firm and professional standards
• Understand and effectively use current tax and accounting software applications
• Research tax related issues and other related financial reports
• Perform a limited number of tax return interviews as needed

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

CPA exam eligibility (in progress)

Job description

Wipfli is seeking an accounting intern who will work in person at our Wisconsin offices. You will assist with tax returns, data analysis, and client service while gaining exposure to a variety of accounting tasks and software tools.

This internship emphasizes hands-on learning and collaboration with professionals across the firm. Preferred candidates are pursuing a degree in Accounting, maintain solid GPAs, and are aiming to sit for the CPA exam after graduation.