Spring 2027 Intern - Tax or Audit

DHJJ•Naperville, IL

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

The next step toward your career in accounting is to take what you have learned in the classroom and apply it to real-world situations that challenge you. DHJJ is looking for interns that are enthusiastic about enhancing their knowledge of the profession. During your internship, you will work on a variety of engagements with talented professionals. DHJJ interns will have the opportunity to work as a team member on diverse client engagements across multiple industries. Our services help move individuals and companies beyond simple compliance and on to overall strategy, and you will be a part of this process. DHJJ was founded in 1974 and has since grown to over 100 employees at two locations, including experienced CPAs, tax preparation experts, and business consultants. At DHJJ, we are much more than an accounting firm. We exist to serve clients and help them reach their goals. We believe in doing great work, accountability, leveraging cutting edge technology, and the psychological health and HR development of our team.

Requirements

Accounting major
Strong academic credentials
Proficient with Excel
Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple assignments
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with professionals of all levels
Car may be required to travel to client site
Able to work a minimum of 30 hours a week from January through April 15
Some Saturday hours are encouraged

Responsibilities

Tax interns will: prepare tax returns, perform tax and accounting research using various applications and tools; consult with management of businesses
Audit interns will: participate in the audit, review, and compilation of financial statements