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Internship - Tax (Summer 2026)
Miller KaplanSan Francisco, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Sept 2025
About the role
It’s more than just numbers.
Miller Kaplan is a different kind of CPA firm; we believe in building a legacy—yours. We want to give our clients the very best, and we understand that begins with helping our employees be their best through professional mentorship, life-work integration, and a sense of community. That starts with you!
Job Summary
The Tax Intern will support the tax department in various accounting and tax-related tasks under the supervision of senior tax professionals. This position provides an excellent learning opportunity for a college student pursuing an accounting degree, particularly those interested in pursuing a career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). The intern will gain hands-on experience in tax preparation, research, compliance, and planning, while working in a dynamic team environment.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Tax Preparation Assistance: Assist in preparing individual, corporate, partnership and trust tax returns, ensuring all necessary forms and supporting documentation are accurate and complete.
- Tax Research: Conduct research on current tax laws and regulations, helping to interpret and apply them to client situations.
- Client Interaction Support: Support the tax team in communicating with clients regarding tax-related inquiries, helping to prepare materials for client meetings.
- Data Entry & Organization: Enter and organize financial data, including income, expenses, and deductions, into tax preparation software.
- Document Management: Assist in managing and filing tax documents, including supporting schedules, tax returns, and correspondence.
- Tax Planning Support: Help with the preparation of tax projections, ensuring clients are in compliance with tax laws while minimizing liabilities.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with senior staff to ensure deadlines are met and tasks are completed accurately, providing administrative support as needed.
- Learning and Development: Participate in training sessions, workshops, and meetings to deepen knowledge of tax laws and accounting principles.
- Make photocopies; mail, scan, and email documents; and perform other clerical functions.
- Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
Education and Experience:
Required:
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree: Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors: Bachelor of Accountancy, Master of Accountancy, or equivalent program.
- Current Academic Standing: Must have a current/most recent GPA of 3.0, or above.
Preferred:
- Software Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic knowledge of tax preparation software is a plus.
- CPA Exam Preparation (optional): Exposure to CPA exam topics and study materials is encouraged for those interested in pursuing CPA certification after graduation.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to perform detailed analysis, research, and problem-solving.
- Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to work effectively with colleagues, clients, and senior tax professionals. Both written and verbal communication skills should be strong.
- Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented and able to maintain accuracy while working with complex financial data.
- Time Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Benefits
LIFE:
- Competitive Salary: We value your dedication and hard work. We offer a competitive salary of $24-28 per hour for this role.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Start with 20 days and watch it grow, plus 2 extra days annually for managers.
- Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical options include HMO, PPO, HDHP, with fully covered dental and vision for you.
- Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts: Manage healthcare expenses conveniently with a benefits debit card.
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
FAMILY:
- Hybrid & Remote Flexibility: Work-life balance matters! Enjoy flexibility based on your role.
- Insurance Benefits: Basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, and long-term disability coverage.
- Dependent Care and Pet Insurance: Covering loved ones, furry or not, with flexible spending accounts and pet insurance.
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