Tax Internship Program

4 weeks ago

Irvine, California, United States Kieckhafer Schiffer Full time

Tax Internship Program Overview

The Tax Internship Program at Kieckhafer Schiffer LLP offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in tax preparation and research. As a Tax Intern, you will work closely with our experienced tax professionals to prepare federal and state income tax returns, including estimated federal and state income tax payments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare tax returns and other tax-related documents under the supervision of experienced tax professionals.
  • Research and prepare work papers for various book to tax differences.
  • Self-review work before submission to management team for mid and top-level review.
  • Master firm software for level of experience.
  • Manage client information in Practice Management and XCM.
  • Communicate with partners, managers, senior associates, and staff associates about project status, timeline, issues, and progress.
  • Enter time on a daily basis.

Technical Skill Development

  • Develop a command of pertinent Internal Revenue Code (IRC) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principle (GAAP) sections, regulations, and guidance.
  • Exposure to tax research and documentation.
  • Maintain required level of technical knowledge.
  • Become familiar with the Firm's tax preparation software.

Competencies

  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; able to deploy objective reasoning in high stress situations.
  • Technical skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
  • Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decision; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
  • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
  • Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
  • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
  • Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Required Qualities

  • Dedicated to providing personalized attention and service.
  • Accountable.
  • Proactive and strategic solution provider.
  • Relationship builder.
  • Collaborative.
  • Trustworthy.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Working towards obtaining a bachelor's degree in accounting or business related field, must have completed credits / coursework as outlined by California Board of Accountancy's requirements for licensure.
  • CPA or working toward CPA certificate is required.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
  • Ability to compose reports and business correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues and clients when necessary.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and Explorer Internet software.

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