About the role#
Horizon Farm Credit is hiring a part-time Tax Intern for the winter season. This is a paid, 10 to 12-week internship. You will work alongside professionals to provide accounting, record-keeping, and income tax return services to our customers. This role is based on-site at one of our branch locations.
What you'll do#
- Assist with tax preparation, payroll processing, and consultative accounting services.
- Review and input financial data.
- Research tax issues and provide information to senior staff.
- Process record information to support financial reporting.
- Promote our services and participate in business development and public relations activities.
- Meet with a mentor for regular feedback and professional development.
- Complete other projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor degree program for Accounting, Finance, Ag Business, or a related field.
- Preferred graduation date between May 2027 and December 2029.
- Coursework in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
- Knowledge of agriculture and agricultural operations is helpful.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with general supervision.
- Flexibility to adapt to a changing work environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Location & details#
- Positions are available in York, Lewisburg, Mount Joy, and Reedsville, Pennsylvania.
- This is an on-site role.
- Hours are scheduled during branch operations, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., based on your school schedule.
About Horizon Farm Credit
Horizon Farm Credit is an agricultural lending cooperative based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1916, it operates as part of the national Farm Credit System. The company provides financial services including farm loans, crop insurance, and rural home mortgages. It maintains over 20 offices across five states and employs between 201 and 500 people.
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