Tax Internship - Spring 2027 - CPA Firm

Start building your accounting career with practical experience at Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd., an established CPA firm located in downtown Naperville, Illinois.We're seeking an accounting student to join our team as a part-time Tax Intern during the Spring 2027 tax season (January 18 through April 15). This position offers meaningful work, direct exposure to public accounting, and the opportunity to learn from experienced Certified Public Accountants.Compensation & Benefits$20-$24 per hour, depending on qualificationsPaid training throughout the internshipOne-on-one guidance from experienced CPAsTeam social events and happy hoursTechnology-focused workplaceAbout Our FirmElder Hanson & Company provides tax preparation, tax planning, bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting, and consulting services for closely held professional service businesses and their owners.Our team believes in combining personal service with innovative technology while creating an environment where students can gain practical experience and continue developing professionally.ResponsibilitiesDuring the internship, you'll assist with a variety of tax season projects, including:Organizing confidential client tax informationDigitizing and electronically filing documentsReviewing files for completeness and accuracyPreparing client deliverables for electronic and printed distributionAssisting with individual income tax return preparation after demonstrating proficiency and based on workload capacityCommunicating professionally with clients and coworkersWorking from our downtown Naperville officeQualificationsCandidates should:Be pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related disciplineMaintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0Be comfortable using Microsoft OfficeDemonstrate excellent organization and attention to detailPossess strong written and verbal communication skillsBe dependable and motivated to learnBe authorized to work in the United StatesHave reliable transportationWork ScheduleFlexible scheduling is available. Interns should be available to work as many as 35 hours weekly, Monday through Saturday, during tax season.If you're looking for meaningful experience instead of routine office work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

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