Tax & Accounting Associate Intern

and the job listing Expires on September 19, 2026

Internship Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics & Finance

At Amesi & Associates, our mission is to foster community economic development by delivering financial, educational, and advisory services to underserved small business owners and communities. We offer a broad range of services, including accounting and bookkeeping, business formation, capital funding, tax preparation, start-up business development, business planning and strategy, financial education, and consulting.

Our team of experts is committed to providing customized solutions that address the unique needs of each client. Whether you’re an individual, a small business owner, or a large corporation, Amesi & Associates has the expertise and experience to support your success.

Join a growing organization dedicated to promoting economic development through comprehensive financial, educational, and consulting programs tailored for the small business community. Amesi & Associates is proud to be a Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and to partner with organizations such as CAMEO Network and CALOSBA.

Amesi & Associates is seeking a Tax & Accounting Associate Intern to support our growing tax, bookkeeping, accounting, and client-service operations. This is a hands-on internship designed for a current student, recent graduate, or early-career professional who already has some practical exposure to bookkeeping, accounting, and/or tax preparation and is ready to apply those skills in a professional client-service environment.

This is a not a learn-everything-from-scratch internship. While training, mentorship, and professional development will be provided, we are looking for someone who has a working foundation in accounting and tax concepts, is comfortable working with financial information, and can take initiative while continuing to grow professionally.

The Associate Intern will work directly with the Amesi & Associates team and support real client accounts across tax preparation, bookkeeping, accounting operations, client communication, and administrative functions.

This position is in-office and requires residency in Los Angeles County.

• Assist with preparation of federal and state individual and business tax returns.
• Support preparation of Form 1040, sole proprietor/LLC, partnership, S-Corporation and C-Corporation returns.
• Review and organize client tax documentation for completeness.
• Enter tax information into professional tax software.
• Assist with extensions, amended returns and supporting schedules.
• Track filing deadlines, missing documents and e-file confirmations.
• Communicate with clients regarding outstanding tax information and next steps.
• Complete bank and credit-card reconciliations.
• Categorize transactions and maintain general ledger records.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Process and track invoices and expenses.
• Assist with month-end close and financial reporting.
• Review financial records for discrepancies and missing information.

• Answer and respond to client phone calls and emails professionally.
• Follow up with clients regarding documents, deadlines, appointments and outstanding requests.
• Schedule client consultations and meetings.
• Assist with client onboarding and document collection.
• Maintain client portals, files and internal tracking systems.
• Assist with preparing documents and information for client meetings.
• Support the CEO and accounting team with administrative and client-service needs.
• Help ensure client projects continue moving forward through consistent follow-up.
• Handle confidential financial and client information with discretion.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must currently reside in Los Angeles County.
• Current student, recent graduate or early-career professional in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Previous hands-on bookkeeping, accounting and/or tax preparation experience through employment, internship, freelance work or another professional setting.
• Working knowledge of Quick Books Online.
• Previous exposure to tax preparation and/or professional tax software.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial statements.
• Proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable communicating…