[Hiring] Tax Intern @LSL CPAs

Role Description

As an LSL Intern, you will have the opportunity to work alongside all professional levels that will provide you with a real-world understanding of public accounting. You will have the opportunity to learn the LSL firm culture and values and at the same time gain valuable knowledge and experience at a top regional accounting firm in Orange County. Our Tax Interns will assist the Tax Department during the busy season.

Internship Details

• Internship Season: January 4, 2027 - April 16, 2027
• Flexible work schedule based on your class schedule, with a minimum of 20 hours per week; you can work in blocks of at least 4 hours, and if your school schedule allows, you can even work up to 40 hours per week.
• All weekdays are available for work with the exception of Friday.
• This is a part-time, temporary internship position paying $25.00 per hour.
• This position is not eligible for employee benefits.
• Mentor guidance
• Networking
• Professional training, you will gain experience with LSL’s tax process which helps you build your resume with relevant work experience.
• Similar responsibilities as our first year, full-time staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Individual, basic Business, and Partnership tax returns on behalf of clients.
• Research changes in tax regulation and develop tax planning skills.
• Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagements.
• Work with the tax team (staff, senior, manager, and partner) on client projects.
• Develop an understanding of and capability with accounting software, CCH, Practice CS, Engagement.
• Develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize, analyze, and communicate with others in a productive and efficient manner.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in school and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; junior or senior standing preferred.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to read, write, speak, and interpret rules, procedures, and routine correspondence in English.
• Organized, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles.
• Completion of tax class.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required.

Work Authorization

• Must be authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirement of sponsorship at any point in the future.