Audit and Tax Intern - Cbiz

With over 120 offices and nearly 7,000 associates throughout the U.S. CBIZ (NYSE: CBZ) delivers top-level financial and employee business services to organizations of all sizes, as well as individual clients, by providing national-caliber expertise combined with highly personalized service delivered at the local level.   

CBIZ has been honored to be the recipient of several national recognitions:    

•  2024 Handshake Early Careers Winner
•  2024 Early Talent Award by Ripplematch
•  2023 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation 
•  2023 Best and Brightest Companies in Wellness 
•  2023 Great Place to Work Certification 

Together, CBIZ and Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C. (MHM) are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. MHM is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services.  

CBIZ Somerset is a relationship driven accounting and advisory firm that is always looking for smart, ambitious, friendly people to join our growing firm. We have over 200 professionals and stand as one of the largest local CPA firms in the Midwest region.

Our successful employees know that building solid relationships with our clients is as important as effectively leading others through an engagement. Your impact at CBIZ Somerset goes beyond compliance. You have the ability to make a difference and advance your career through demonstrated leadership, welcoming new challenges, and recognizing the potential in others.

We know that becoming a well-rounded accountant doesn’t happen the moment you walk in the door, which is why we give you many opportunities to see how all the pieces fit together. You can expect to receive a great deal of training from our in-house trainers and on the job; sit alongside your peers in an inviting, open concept area that has exposure to our leadership team; and will be given verbal and written feedback on your progress throughout the internship. Our goal is for you to learn what it’s like to be a staff accountant at our firm.

Essential Functions & Primary Duties

• Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple tax assignments in Real Estate, Construction, Healthcare, Manufacturing and many more industries
• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for partnerships, C corporations, S corporations and individuals
• Develop tax compliance knowledge and assist with IRS audits, tax notice response, trust returns, gift and estate returns
• Prepare compilations, reviews, and audits for clients across multiple industries
  
• Participate in client assignments from beginning to end
• Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships
• Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness and commitment to understanding their goals and needs
• Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred
• Graduating after December ’23
• GPA: Overall - 3.0
• Active participation in student organizations or work experience in accounting or a related field is a plus, but not required

Minimum Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and tax project management skills, including knowledge of GAAP, Taxation compliance, codes and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Strong computer and technical skills including, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, intranet and audit software.

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