Tax Internship - Spring 2028

Wipfli LLP; Wauwatosa (WI); In loco; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Descrizione del lavoro

Wipfli LLP is seeking a Tax internship in Wisconsin to apply your accounting education in real client work.

You will support tax returns, projections and related analytics, while learning current software tools. This on-site internship emphasizes hands-on experience, collaboration with professionals, and exposure to diverse clients and industries. You’ll gain practical skills and begin your CPA journey in a supportive firm environment.

Competenze

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Working toward CPA eligibility.
• Coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States full-time upon hire.

Mansioni

• Respond to client and firm requests in a timely, accurate manner.
• Gather information from clients to complete documents.
• Use data analysis to discover patterns and support recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes for efficiency.
• Prepare individual, business and fiduciary tax returns and projections.
• Use current tax and accounting software applications.
• Research tax-related issues and related financial reports.
• Conduct a limited number of tax return interviews as needed.
• Support client engagements as part of a team.
• Gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries.

Conoscenze

Data analytics

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication

Formazione

Accounting degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

Strumenti

Accounting software

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

This role requires an in-person work arrangement. At Wipfli, in-person work is defined as associates regularly working 5 days a week, for full-time interns, or during your working hours, for part-time interns, in a Wipfli office or at client sites. The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Interns will be responsible for utilizing educational knowledge and experience to perform numerous accounting related responsibilities such as:

• 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

Tax Specific:

• Prepare individual, business and fiduciary tax returns and projections in accordance with firm and professional standards as directed by engagement leaders
• 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

What You will Gain

• Experience the Wipfli Way first hand while working side by side with professionals from all levels of the firm
• Develop experience and skills to become a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
• Gain hands-on experience in tax work and related software applications
• Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagements
• Gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries ranging from small businesses to large corporations
• Develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize, analyze, and communicate with others in a productive and efficient manner

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelors or Master's degree in Accounting (completion of corporate or individual taxation class is required)
• Above average knowledge in accounting as demonstrated by college GPA; 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 upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status)

Geri Otto, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect!

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Additional Details

Additional Details:

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Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email [e-mail]

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Benefit offerings include:

• paid sick leave
• access to free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.

\"Wipfli\" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.