Individuals at this level have varying degrees of understanding of accounting, bookkeeping and tax preparation, but may not have obtained a college degree or equivalent formal study that includes a significant concentration of accounting or tax courses.
Our tax internship is typically held from January-April.
The Individuals In The Tax Internship Are Expected To
• Become familiar with the firm’s policies and procedures.
• Assist other personnel in performing bookkeeping and reconciliation services for clients (primarily QuickBooks).
• Assist in gathering and entering data for computer applications, QuickBooks and Excel among others and preparing workpapers, trial balances, depreciation schedules and engagement correspondence.
• Prepare tax returns assigned, write-ups or preparation engagements, and basic tax basis compilations without disclosures and assist as support on attest work (comps, reviews, and audits) as needed.
• Become efficient in utilizing the firm’s 1099 software in order to prepare annual 1099s.
• Be an integral part of the CJBS team environment and learn to communicate and collaborate with your peers.
Additional Opportunities
• Exposure to real-world tax scenarios
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Networking opportunities within the industry
• Potential for future employment opportunities
This internship is both challenging and rewarding and from the experience and supervision, individuals at this level can assume some of the responsibilities of staff accountants. However, advancement to higher levels of the professional staff normally requires the completion of a college degree with either a major in accounting or an equivalent number of accounting and business courses.
Qualifications
• Ability to navigate online / digital accounting programs
• Experience or familiarity with QuickBooks and tax preparation software is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Ability to work independently in a team atmosphere
• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Accounting
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Date posted: May 4, 2026
Valid Through: December 31, 2026
Hiring Organization: CJBS, LLC
Job Location:
10 Parkway North
Suite 200
Deerfield, IL 60015
Applicant Location Requirements: Chicago
Monetary Amount: Hourly, Paid Internship
Type of Employment: Intern
