Winter Tax Internship: Hands-On Public Accounting

PKFOD; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

PKF O’Connor Davies offers a Winter Tax Internship Program allowing students to assist in providing tax services to clients. Interns join a specific industry group, gain real-world experience in public accounting, and help with tax scanning and return preparation.

The part-time, paid internship runs from mid-February to mid-April. Responsibilities include building client relationships, adhering to firm policies, understanding basic tax requirements, scanning and preparing returns, and gaining

Qualifications

• Must have at least 75% of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting completed from an accredited university.
• Potential candidates should have good communication and computer skills and be team players who are motivated to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Interns must be customer-focused and able to multitask.
• Must be able to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week and have availability for weekend work when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with clients and employees.
• Become familiar with and adhere to the Firm's policies and procedures as they relate to being an efficient and professional team member.
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic technical tax requirements.
• Become proficient in scanning and preparing tax returns.
• Develop a working knowledge of all microcomputer applications, which are routinely used.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Computer skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (75% completed)

Job description

PKF O’Connor Davies offers a Winter Tax Internship Program allowing students to assist in providing tax services to clients. Interns join a specific industry group, gain real-world experience in public accounting, and help with tax scanning and return preparation.

The part-time, paid internship runs from mid-February to mid-April. Responsibilities include building client relationships, adhering to firm policies, understanding basic tax requirements, scanning and preparing returns, and gaining