Comprehensive Tax Solutions Intern

HORNE is an industry leader in Accounting and Business Advisory Services. Our more than 2,000 team members serve clients from 18 offices and more than 50 project locations across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. INSIDE Public Accounting ranked HORNE the fastest-growing firm in the U.S. for 2021 based on organic growth. Our Public and Middle Market team brings an owner’s mindset to companies and delivers game-changing results.

Tax internships are a jump start for your career. At HORNE, they are real work—real clients, real stakes, real job offers on the line. We also meet the requirements of accredited universities and use this program to fill our own entry-level talent pipeline. Make sure we know you by taking advantage of our open office events and free e-learning classes which are publicized on our social media platforms throughout the year.

Responsibilities:
•Records transactions in ledgers, prepares trial balances and simple financial statements using computer and software programs.
•Performs schedule computations of accruals, property and equipment, and calculates depreciation expense.
•Performs audit, tax, or consulting procedures as assigned by supervisors.
•Assists in proofing financial statements, tax returns, and other documents.
•Performs other accounting, auditing, consulting and tax duties as needed in projects and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
•Assists in recruiting entry-level and experienced staff by serving as “greeters” for on-campus interviews and such other recruiting duties as needed and attend Beta Alpha Psi events, career days, and functions at colleges and universities sponsored by the Firm.
•Attends to client service adding value to clients’ businesses is an integral part of the job requirements and begins to learn cross-selling opportunities and refer those opportunities to more qualified professionals.
•Accepts responsibility for accuracy of data entry, accumulation, and maintenance in all aspects of what we do as an accounting and consulting Firm.
•Learns through Performance Advisor proper delegation and management of workload and demonstrates ability to properly manage workload.
•Other duties as may be assigned.

Career Track Guidelines:
•Assumes individual responsibility to learn all new technology introduced by the Firm as appropriate for service/practice area.
•Performs all duties described under job description.
•Develop technical proficiency and competence.
•Work effectively as part of a client service team.
•Contribute to positive work environment by assisting associates and other interns. Develop rapport with the Firm’s existing clients.
•Gain thorough understanding of HORNE LLP's existing clients.
•Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate business etiquette, including proper dress and business correspondence.
•Seek to learn through training and individual study.

Qualifications:
•Student actively pursuing an accounting degree
•Proficiency with computer and spreadsheet software programs, or software appropriate to practice area
•General knowledge of accounting principles, income taxes, or consulting area as appropriate.

The firm you’ll be joining is a decidedly different CPA-led business advisory firm. HORNE goes beyond traditional accounting to collaborate, advise, and align with clients to transform rapid change and uncertainties into opportunities for growth and profitability.  

We are a team that focuses on reaching our full potential, rewards high performance, and prioritizes leadership development for every team member.  HORNE emphasizes health and personal development through our multiple wellness programs, and we pride ourselves on offering "unrivaled flexibility".  Despite our size, HORNE takes time to recognize, support, and celebrate one another's successes, working together for the highest good.  Come join us at team HORNE!