Tax Intern

Kemper CPA Group LLP, a top 100 public accounting firm, is a multifaceted regional CPA firm with 26 offices in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and California. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a Tax Internship position in our Paducah, Kentucky office for the spring of 2027 tax season. Candidates may be considered for a fully onsite schedule.  Successful candidates can expect to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, and this position has the potential to become a full-time position. The tax internship begins in January and goes through the end of April. Flexible work schedules are offered Monday through Saturday. In addition to on-the-job training, successful candidates will receive training in a two-day tax course in January. Our senior staff, managers, and partners will help guide you as you develop your technical skills.  Job Responsibilities   Complete simple individual and business tax returns in an efficient and effective manner within the time constraints given.   Execute routine journal entries and prepare adjusted trial balances used in tax preparation.   Organize and prepare workpapers to support the tax file.   Prepare state or local personal property tax returns as needed.   Work independently as well as in a team environment. Additional duties as assigned.  Qualifications and Competencies Candidate for bachelor’s degree in accounting and working towards CPA eligibility.   Possess technology skills which contribute to the completion of assignments.   Display strong oral and written communication in a professional and respectful manner.   Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.   Display analytical skills with an orientation to focus on details and accuracy.   Willing to take initiative and demonstrate ownership of work assigned.   Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.   Maintain regular and reliable attendance.  Pay and Benefits  Our employees play an integral role in our success as a firm. We value the long-term relationships we have developed with our clients as a result of our ability to retain our brightest professionals and believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive base compensation that is commensurate with the position and candidate’s experience. Additional compensation includes bonus pay and new business incentives. We also offer an attractive benefits package that is dependent on status as a full or part-time employee.  Pay: $20 - $30 / hour  Paid sick leave    Professional development assistance    Paid CPA Exam study time, Becker CPA Review course, CPA Exam reimbursement, and CPA Exam bonus program     Employee assistance program    Wellness program    Referral programs    Flexible schedule    Access to investment advice  How to Apply  Please click on the Apply Now button below to submit your information.  The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The successful candidate must be authorized to work on a full-time basis for any employer in the United States. Kemper CPA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.  At Kemper CPA Group LLP, we recognize that you entrust us with your personal information. We are committed to safeguarding your data in order to maintain that level of trust. We believe that you have the right to privacy, and we encourage you to review and understand our privacy policy as it pertains to the collection, use, and storage of your personal data. To read more on our privacy policy, please go to https://www.kempercpa.com/privacy

Salary : $20 - $30