About the role#
Platform Accounting Group is hiring a Tax Intern for our Austin, Texas office for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site, paid internship designed for students interested in a career in the public accounting industry. You will work on a variety of tax projects and gain exposure to complex income tax returns for business entities.
What you'll do#
- Research and resolve technical tax issues using tax software.
- Assist with complex U.S. and multi-state income tax returns for partnerships, C-corporations, S-corporations, and individual, gift, and estate tax returns.
- Provide accounting support for bookkeeping, payroll, and sales tax.
- Maintain and enhance client relationships by learning about their business and financial needs.
- Collaborate with other interns to share best practices and procedures.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
- Strong technical skills in accounting and tax.
- Proficiency with office technology and software.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments in a team environment.
- Interest in pursuing a career in the public accounting industry.
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid.
About Platform Accounting Group
Platform Accounting Group is a nationwide network of professional service firms founded in 2015. Based in Holladay, Utah, the company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It provides resources and support to local accounting teams to help them manage tax, attest, outsourced accounting, and ERP consulting services. The organization intends to add wealth management to its service offerings.
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