Accounting Intern

Objective:

To support the accounting team in delivering accurate and timely tax, bookkeeping, and financial support services while gaining hands-on experience in a professional accounting environment.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist with the preparation of individual income tax returns (Form 1040) under supervision.

2. Perform basic accounting and bookkeeping tasks across various departments.

3. Support initial stages of tax and financial document preparation.

4. Participate in daily operational tasks, including front desk and client interaction responsibilities.

5. Develop skills in using accounting software and internal systems.

6. Ensure assigned work is completed accurately and on time.

7. Follow instructions with attention to detail, clarity, and neatness.

8. Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.

9. Demonstrate enthusiasm for advanced or technical assignments.

10. Collaborate with internal teams and maintain professional relationships with clients and staff.

Competencies:

1. Understanding basic accounting principles and internal control systems.

2. Developing knowledge of income tax concepts and return preparation.

3. Ability to apply accounting theory to practical scenarios.

4. Strong computer literacy, including use of accounting software.

5. Effective time management and the ability to work independently and in a team setting.

6. Professional demeanor, integrity, and a strong desire to learn.

7. Recognition of client service opportunities and solutions.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervision responsibilities. The intern will report directly to their assigned supervisor or department manager.

Position Expectations & Work Environment

This is a part-time, temporary internship position ranging from 20 to 40 hours per week, as determined in agreement with the supervising accountant. Interns work during standard office hours with flexibility based on academic schedules.

Location & Travel

This position is based in either Springfield, MO or Fayetteville, AR. It is primarily on-site, with limited travel required, if any.

Required Education & Experience

Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Accounting or a related field.

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 accommodation 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.

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.