TAX INTERN

This internship runs from January 6th-April 15th. We offer flexibility to accommodate school schedules with an average of 20–30-hour commitment per week. Internships are in-office, based in our Colorado Springs and Denver offices. 

Who we are:

Some may assume as an accounting firm we’re all about numbers, but people are our first priority at SKR+CO.

Our leadership promotes empathy, respect, drive, intellectual curiosity, responsiveness, integrity, and excellence in all we do – we know the people we work with and work for are essential to the success we share. We celebrate together and encourage each other to find and make time for the important things in life while building a career.

Our company is deeply committed to investing in the communities we serve, because when the community thrives, we all do. This extends to building relationships with our clients, partners, and staff to ensure we offer exceptional expertise and remarkable reliability.

Position Summary:

The Tax Internship program is designed to provide a fulfilling educational experience for Junior and Senior undergraduate students. Interns will have the opportunity to obtain a general understanding of the tax function while preparing U.S. Federal income tax returns. 

Salary Range:

$28.00 hourly

Education Required:

• Undergraduate Junior or Senior working toward a Bachelor’s degree in accounting (concentration in Tax a plus) or Graduate students working toward a Master’s in Taxation or Master’s in Business Administration (concentration in Accounting).
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (in major and overall)

Duties + Responsibilities:

• Learns to prepare detailed working papers as well as individual and business tax returns for review.
• May conduct some tax research for tax issues related to preparing returns.
• Strives to improve efficiencies of the tax preparation process.
• Maintains client confidentiality.
• Demonstrates good business judgment and professionalism in speech, dress, and demeanor.
• Maintains a positive attitude, good communication and working relationship with support staff, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Other tasks may be assigned by internship coordinator. 

Technologies:

• Microsoft Office suite
• Strong computer skills

Competencies:

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Excellent written communication skills including strong spelling and grammar.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills and present a professional image.
• Must be organized and be able to set priorities while working independently.

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