Tax Intern
Listed on 2026-05-21
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Accounting
Tax Accountant, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Public Accounting, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Tax Accountant, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance
Overview
Individuals at this level have varying degrees of understanding of accounting, bookkeeping and tax preparation, but may not have obtained a college degree or equivalent formal study that includes a significant concentration of accounting or tax courses.
Our tax internship is typically held from January-April.
Responsibilities- Become familiar with the firm’s policies and procedures.
- Assist other personnel in performing bookkeeping and reconciliation services for clients (primarily Quick Books).
- Assist in gathering and entering data for computer applications, Quick Books and Excel among others and preparing work papers, trial balances, depreciation schedules and engagement correspondence.
- Prepare tax returns assigned, write-ups or preparation engagements, and basic tax basis compilations without disclosures and assist as support on attest work (comps, reviews, and audits) as needed.
- Become efficient in utilizing the firm’s 1099 software in order to prepare annual 1099s.
- Be an integral part of the CJBS team environment and learn to communicate and collaborate with your peers.
- Exposure to real-world tax scenarios
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Networking opportunities within the industry
- Potential for future employment opportunities
This internship is both challenging and rewarding and from the experience and supervision, individuals at this level can assume some of the responsibilities of staff accountants. However, advancement to higher levels of the professional staff normally requires the completion of a college degree with either a major in accounting or an equivalent number of accounting and business courses.
Qualifications- Ability to navigate online / digital accounting programs
- Experience or familiarity with Quick Books and tax preparation software is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
- Ability to work independently in a team atmosphere
- Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Accounting
Founded in 1987, CJBS is one of the leading accounting and consulting firms in the Chicago area. We like to think that’s because our friendly, collaborative, and creative team members work hand in hand with our clients to ensure their financial success, today and tomorrow.
At CJBS, our partners have different backgrounds but a common goal: to help your business thrive. Learn more
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