Tax Services Intern

Job Description

Tax Intern – Spring ’27 | KEB

The Tone:
This is an internship role with the Tax Services Department at KEB, a firm committed to fostering professional growth and supporting a balanced work and home life for its team members. KEB serves a broad and diverse client base, encompassing industries such as finance, construction, retail, not-for-profit, government, healthcare, agribusiness, and manufacturing, offering interns exposure to varied business contexts. As a Tax Intern for the Spring ’27 season, you will contribute directly to client service by preparing income tax returns and assisting with critical tax planning and research tasks. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional accounting environment and learn industry-standard software.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Early Career
• Type: Seasonal
• Location:

• Team:
• Mission: Prepare various income tax returns, analyze tax notices, and assist in tax planning and research for KEB’s diverse client base.
• Tech Stack: Tax project tracking software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Income Tax Preparation: Prepare complex trust and individual income tax returns, contributing directly to client tax compliance.
• Tax Notice Resolution: Analyze incoming tax notices from various authorities and draft accurate and timely responses to address client inquiries and issues.
• Strategic Tax Assistance: Assist senior team members in tax planning initiatives and the preparation of detailed tax projections for individuals and trusts.
• Specialized Tax Research: Conduct thorough tax research on various topics to provide informed insights and support to the Tax Services Department.
• Administrative & Software Support: Provide essential administrative and technical support to facilitate the overall tax return preparation process, including learning and utilizing the firm’s tax project tracking software.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level internship for students enrolled in an accounting curriculum at the sophomore level or higher, possessing a foundational understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience: While no prior professional experience is strictly required, candidates should possess a basic understanding of tax services, demonstrating an aptitude for the field.
• Skills: The role demands excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with strong planning and organization skills, and a meticulous, detail-oriented approach to tasks.
• Bonus: Candidates who plan to pursue their Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure are highly encouraged to apply.