West Des Moines Summer Tax Internship 2027

650 UHY Advisors Midwest, Inc.; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

650 UHY Advisors Midwest, Inc. invites a Tax Intern to support the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships. You will organize client data, use tax software, and assist with tax research and projections under supervision.

This temporary internship offers exposure to diverse industries, collaboration with senior staff, and on-the-job training in a professional office environment in West Des Moines, IA.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of relevant experience
• Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• High School Diploma or GED or High School equivalent certificate

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entities
• Organize and review client-provided financial information, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Use tax software and tools to input data, calculate tax liabilities, deductions, and credits
• Conduct tax research to interpret and apply relevant tax laws, regulations, and guidelines
• Analyze financial statements, records, and documentation to identify tax-saving opportunities and compliance issues
• Assist in preparing tax projections and estimates to guide clients in making informed financial decisions
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and address inquiries related to tax matters
• Assist in explaining tax concepts and implications to clients in a clear and understandable manner
• Collaborate with internal team to provide timely updates and recommendations to clients on their tax situations
• Ensure adherence to tax regulations and deadlines, filing tax returns accurately and timely
• Maintain organized and comprehensive tax files and documentation for each client engagement
• Assist in tracking changes in tax laws and regulations and their potential impact on clients
• Collaborate with other tax professionals within the firm to share insights, knowledge, and best practices
• Support senior team members in complex tax projects, including audits and specialized tax services
• Participate in internal training sessions to enhance your technical skills and stay updated on industry trends

Education

Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

High School Diploma or GED or High School equivalent certificate

Tools

CCH Prosystem FX

Axcess Tax

Axcess Document

Axcess Workstream

Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS

Checkpoint for Tax Research

Job description

650 UHY Advisors Midwest, Inc. invites a Tax Intern to support the preparation of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships. You will organize client data, use tax software, and assist with tax research and projections under supervision.

This temporary internship offers exposure to diverse industries, collaboration with senior staff, and on-the-job training in a professional office environment in West Des Moines, IA.