Looking to jumpstart your accounting career with hands-on experience? Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd., a well-established CPA firm in downtown Naperville, is hiring a part-time Tax Intern for the Spring 2027 tax season (January 18 through April 15).

This Tax Season Internship is an opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience working alongside Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), build your resume, and be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team.

Perks and Pay:

• $20–$24/hour, based on experience
• Paid professional training and mentorship
• Team happy hours with games and activities
• Access to modern technology and tools

Why Join Us?

At Elder Hanson & Company, we're not your average public accounting firm. Based in downtown Naperville, Illinois, we specialize in serving closely held professional service businesses and their owners with tax preparation and planning, bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting, and business consulting.

Our mission is simple: to make our clients' lives better by combining innovative technology, collaborative problem-solving, and personalized guidance that drives real results.

We're equally committed to our team's growth and success. Our team members receive the training, resources, and hands-on experience needed to advance their careers, all within a collaborative, people-first culture that values both professional excellence and community, complete with social activities and team-building events.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare, organize, and scan confidential tax documents
• Review files for accuracy, completeness, and proper organization
• Save and maintain digital documents in our firm's document management system
• Prepare professional client deliverables (digital and print)
• Prepare individual tax returns if proficiency is demonstrated in other responsibilities and workload capacity permits
• Communicate professionally with clients, CPAs and team members
• Work exclusively from our office in downtown Naperville

Your attention to detail and organizational skills will help us meet deadlines and deliver top-notch client service. This CPA Firm Internship role offers valuable exposure to our tax preparation services, workflow management, and professional client interactions.

Who We're Looking For:

• College student currently pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and communication skills
• Dependable, proactive, and eager to learn
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Reliable transportation to our Naperville office

Schedule:

Available to work up to 35 hours per week, Monday through Saturday during tax season, with flexible scheduling.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for more than just a general public accounting internship, and want real experience, professional growth, and a fun team environment, apply now using our quick, mobile-friendly application!