2027 Tax Winter Internship - Wentzville

UHY • Wentzville, MO

20h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Tax Intern, you will prepare business and individual tax returns and gain exposure to a diverse client base across a variety of industries. You will collaborate with internal teams and leaders to produce high-quality client deliverables while building your technical skills and professional experience.

The role includes assisting with federal, state, and local tax returns; organizing and reviewing client financial information; using tax software to calculate tax liabilities, deductions, and credits; researching tax laws and regulations; analyzing financial records for tax-saving opportunities and compliance issues; and helping prepare tax projections and estimates. You will communicate with clients to gather information, address inquiries, and explain tax concepts, and work with the team to provide timely updates and recommendations.

You will help ensure accurate and timely filing, maintain organized client tax files, track relevant tax-law changes, collaborate with other tax professionals, support senior colleagues on complex projects, and participate in internal training. The position is a temporary internship lasting less than six months. Work takes place in a professional office environment with minimal distractions. Travel may be frequent and unpredictable depending on client needs.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• High school diploma, GED, or high school equivalent certificate.
• 0–1 year of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Actively working toward CPA or Enrolled Agent licensure or a relevant certification, if not already attained.
• Experience with CCH Prosystem FX, Axcess Tax, Axcess Document, Axcess Workstream, Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS, or Checkpoint for Tax Research.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entities.
• Organize and review client-provided financial information for accuracy and completeness.
• Use tax software and tools to enter data and calculate tax liabilities, deductions, and credits.
• Research and apply tax laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Analyze financial statements, records, and documentation to identify tax-saving opportunities and compliance issues.
• Assist in preparing tax projections and estimates for clients.
• Gather information from clients, address tax-related inquiries, and explain tax concepts and implications clearly.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide clients with timely updates and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and deadlines and prepare accurate, timely filings.
• Maintain organized and comprehensive tax files and documentation for each client engagement.
• Assist in tracking tax-law and regulation changes and their potential impact on clients.
• Collaborate with other tax professionals to share insights, knowledge, and best practices.
• Support senior team members on complex tax projects, including audits and specialized tax services.
• Participate in internal training sessions to enhance technical skills and stay informed about industry trends.
• Complete the minimum CPE credit requirement.

Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.
• Competitive compensation tailored to the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.
• Group health insurance.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED