Tax Internship - Spring 2028
About The Position
Wipfli is hiring a Tax Intern for Spring 2028. The role involves applying accounting education and experience to a range of tax and accounting responsibilities while supporting client engagements. This is an in-person role, with interns working in a Wipfli office or at client sites during their working hours. Client locations may vary locally, regionally, or nationally according to industry alignment, and scheduled client and office meetings require in-person attendance. The intern will prepare individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns and projections under the direction of engagement leaders, use tax and accounting software, research tax-related issues, and conduct a limited number of tax return interviews as needed. The internship offers hands-on tax experience, exposure to clients and industries of varying sizes, and opportunities to develop professional, administrative, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting.
- Completion of a corporate or individual taxation class is required.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire; candidates requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.
- Ability to think independently and make sound decisions based on education and experience.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients and staff.
- Ability to prioritize work, follow through on requests, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred college GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Working toward eligibility to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation.
- Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data.
Responsibilities
- Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive, and professional manner.
- Respond to client inquiries and gather information needed to complete required documents.
- Use data analysis skills to identify useful information and patterns that support recommendations.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency.
- Prepare individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns and projections in accordance with firm and professional standards, as directed by engagement leaders.
- Understand and effectively use current tax and accounting software applications.
- Research tax-related issues and other related financial reports.
- Conduct a limited number of tax return interviews as needed.
Benefits
- Paid sick leave.
- Access to free, confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
