Tax/Audit Intern

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Internship opportunity for accounting students in Tax and Audit at a top 20 CPA firm. Engage in hands-on client work and develop essential skills in public accounting.

Posted 6/2/2026internshipSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $33 - $38 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assisting with the preparation of tax returns
Supporting clients in tax research and planning strategies
Analyzing financial data to identify tax-saving opportunities and compliance considerations
Collaborating with team members to deliver innovative and practical tax solutions
Interacting with professionals across the firm to support client service initiatives
Supporting teams in evaluating internal controls and financial reporting processes
Participating in testing procedures and audit documentation
Collaborating with team members to help clients maintain compliance with evolving accounting standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Accounting Major
3.0 or higher GPA
Understanding and applying excel skills
Demonstrating exceptional verbal and written communication skills are required
Working effectively and personably with clients and co-workers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax preparationtax researchfinancial analysiscompliance considerationsinternal controls evaluationfinancial reportingaudit documentationaccounting standardsExcel

Soft Skills

verbal communicationwritten communicationclient interactionteam collaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

Accounting Major