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Bowers Accountants & Advisors is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best people and interns across our firm and business service groups. Bowers Accountants & Advisors is looking for highly motivated, collaborative, and results-oriented Interns who thrive in a fast-paced environment to join our tax team for the 2027 Tax Internship Season!

• Tax internships are in the Spring season (February - April 15th)

• We offer flexibility for hours regarding a student's schedule

• Bowers Accountants & Advisors is not able to accommodate any type of Sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Be a part of our Tax team and learn the business of Tax

• Plan and prepare Tax services as shared by our Tax Staff

• Collaborate with our Tax Accountants for further support and learning tools

• Become familiar with and effectively utilize software in assigned areas.

• Communicate concise and accurate project status updates

Key Objectives

• Approach daily responsibilities with the Bowers’ mission and client-centric philosophy in mind.

• Learn about Tax processes and policies

• Professional nature and communication skills

• Develop the ability to identify, understand, and address accounting issues.

• Actively participate in firm outings and activities as able.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment and a major in Accounting or Finance

• Interest in pursuing a career in public accounting

• Preferably pursuing the 120-150 credit-hour academic requirement toward CPA eligibility

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

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The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.
Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.
We provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)

• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options

• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions

• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning
  

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