What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Intern - Fall 2025/Spring 2026 position at Abacus!?
Job Description
Accounting Intern
Objective:
The Tax Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience in tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping while supporting the tax team. This role provides an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of tax compliance, return preparation, and regulatory requirements, along with essential accounting principles such as reconciliations and financial documentation. The intern will assist with preparing individual and business tax returns, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with tax laws. Through mentorship and practical application, the intern will develop a strong foundation in tax and accounting practices.
Essential Functions:
This position has no supervision responsibilities.
Position Expectations & Work Environment
This is a part-time hourly position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works up to 20 hours/week.
Location & Travel
Based in Fayetteville, AR but also serve employees in all Abacus! physical locations and those working remotely.
Required Education & Experience
Minimum currently enrolled in college at Junior or Senior level. No experience required but some bookkeeping, tax preparation experience preferred.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked to perform other assignments and duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
Company Description
Abacus!, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential. Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting. Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader.
Your Abacus Experience: You’ll find that things are distinctively different here at Abacus, and we’re proud of it. We center on one key component: people. We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture.
Our Award-Winning Firm: We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional, and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact. Abacus’ distinctions include:
Abacus! is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Abacus!, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential. Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting. Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader. Your Abacus Experience: You’ll find that things are distinctively different here at Abacus, and we’re proud of it. We center on one key component: people. We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture. Our Award-Winning Firm: We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional, and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact. Abacus’ distinctions include: 1. Inside Public Accounting’s Top 300 Firm in the U.S. #280 – 2024 2. An Inside Public Accounting’s Fastest Growing Firm in the U.S. - 2024 3. Accounting Today’s No. 16 Fastest-Growing Firm in the U.S. – 2024 4. An Accounting Today’s Top Regional Leader in the Midwest – 2023, 2024 5. Inside Public Accounting’s Best of the Best Firms – 2023 6. A Biz 417’s Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 7. An Accounting Today’s Top 100 Best Firms to Work For – 2009, 2010, 2020 8. 2021 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Recipient – highlighting ethics and quality 9. Finalist for Springfield Business Journal’s Economic Impact Awards – 2021, 2023 Website: AbacusPro.com Abacus! is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Accounting Intern
Objective:
The Tax Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience in tax preparation, accounting, and bookkeeping while supporting the tax team. This role provides an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of tax compliance, return preparation, and regulatory requirements, along with essential accounting principles such as reconciliations and financial documentation. The intern will assist with preparing individual and business tax returns, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with tax laws. Through mentorship and practical application, the intern will develop a strong foundation in tax and accounting practices.
Essential Functions:
- Assist in Tax Preparation – Support the tax team in preparing individual and business tax returns by gathering financial data, organizing documents, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
- Begin Understanding of Bookkeeping and Data Integration – Learn the basics of bookkeeping, including data entry, reconciliations, and how financial data integrates into tax preparation.
- Engage in Client Interaction – Communicate with clients to collect necessary tax documents, clarify financial information, and provide updates on tax preparation progress.
- Support Compliance and Documentation – Assist in organizing and maintaining tax records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and tax regulations.
- Engage in Learning and Development – Participate in training sessions, shadow tax professionals, and apply accounting and tax knowledge to real-world scenarios to develop practical skills.
- Attention to Detail – Ability to accurately process financial data, review tax documents, and identify discrepancies.
- Basic Accounting Knowledge – Understanding of fundamental accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial statements.
- Tax Awareness – Willingness to learn basic tax concepts, compliance requirements, and tax return preparation.
- Analytical Thinking – Ability to assess financial data, recognize patterns, and apply problem-solving skills in tax and bookkeeping tasks.
- Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written communication to interact with clients and team members professionally.
- Confidentiality & Ethics – Understanding the importance of handling sensitive financial information with discretion and integrity.
- Adaptability & Willingness to Learn – Eagerness to develop new skills in a fast-paced tax environment and apply feedback effectively.
- Time Management – Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload during peak tax seasons.
- Technology Proficiency – Familiarity with accounting software, spreadsheets, and data entry tools, or willingness to learn.
- Customer Service Orientation – A client-focused mindset to assist with tax preparation needs and provide clear, professional support.
This position has no supervision responsibilities.
Position Expectations & Work Environment
This is a part-time hourly position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works up to 20 hours/week.
Location & Travel
Based in Fayetteville, AR but also serve employees in all Abacus! physical locations and those working remotely.
Required Education & Experience
Minimum currently enrolled in college at Junior or Senior level. No experience required but some bookkeeping, tax preparation experience preferred.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked to perform other assignments and duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
Company Description
Abacus!, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential. Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting. Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader.
Your Abacus Experience: You’ll find that things are distinctively different here at Abacus, and we’re proud of it. We center on one key component: people. We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture.
Our Award-Winning Firm: We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional, and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact. Abacus’ distinctions include:
- Inside Public Accounting’s Top 300 Firm in the U.S. #280 – 2024
- An Inside Public Accounting’s Fastest Growing Firm in the U.S. - 2024
- Accounting Today’s No. 16 Fastest-Growing Firm in the U.S. – 2024
- An Accounting Today’s Top Regional Leader in the Midwest – 2023, 2024
- Inside Public Accounting’s Best of the Best Firms – 2023
- A Biz 417’s Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- An Accounting Today’s Top 100 Best Firms to Work For – 2009, 2010, 2020
- 2021 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Recipient – highlighting ethics and quality
- Finalist for Springfield Business Journal’s Economic Impact Awards – 2021, 2023
Abacus! is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Abacus!, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential. Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting. Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader. Your Abacus Experience: You’ll find that things are distinctively different here at Abacus, and we’re proud of it. We center on one key component: people. We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture. Our Award-Winning Firm: We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional, and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact. Abacus’ distinctions include: 1. Inside Public Accounting’s Top 300 Firm in the U.S. #280 – 2024 2. An Inside Public Accounting’s Fastest Growing Firm in the U.S. - 2024 3. Accounting Today’s No. 16 Fastest-Growing Firm in the U.S. – 2024 4. An Accounting Today’s Top Regional Leader in the Midwest – 2023, 2024 5. Inside Public Accounting’s Best of the Best Firms – 2023 6. A Biz 417’s Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 7. An Accounting Today’s Top 100 Best Firms to Work For – 2009, 2010, 2020 8. 2021 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Recipient – highlighting ethics and quality 9. Finalist for Springfield Business Journal’s Economic Impact Awards – 2021, 2023 Website: AbacusPro.com Abacus! is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
