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Company

Cain Watters & Associates

Position

Tax Specialist Internship - Spring 2024
Intern Job Description:

This internship is approximately 21 weeks; January 9, 2024 through May 31, 2024.

 

Summary/Objective

The Tax Specialist Intern will report to the Tax Managers. The Tax Specialist Intern is responsible for directly supporting the Tax Team on federal and state income tax preparation; specifically, data entry of 1040 returns and Personal Property Tax (PPT).

 

Essential Functions

  • Prepare various types of basic tax returns (1040, 1041, 1120, 1120S and 1065)
    Prepare tax related reports for clients (Personal Property Tax, Extensions, Estimated Payment Vouchers, Tax Notices, etc.)
    Research as needed to respond to client questions and prepare tax returns accurately
    Compare tax returns to tax projections prepared by in-house Financial Planners

 

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Participate in planning of workflow to ensure completion of assigned returns
  • Assist in set up of new client tax returns and workpapers
  • Prepare individual and personal property tax returns
  • May help prepare some partnership and corporate tax returns.
  • Client contact as needed to facilitate completion of tax issues
  • Internal contact as needed between various departments to facilitate completion of tax issues
  • Documentation of records and workpapers to firm’s electronic file cabinet to ensure accurate, organized recordkeeping
  • Assist fellow department members in order for the department to complete annual tax season goal
  • Daily use of multiple software programs for organization of workpapers, tax returns and workflow management
  • Prepare assigned returns in timeframe given in order to timely deliver tax returns to clients

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Essential functions and responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job requirements

Education and Experience

  • Individual working towards Bachelor’s degree in accounting, tax or related field
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
  • Basic knowledge of tax laws preferred
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on MS Excel
  • Proficient in Adobe Acrobat

 

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

 

Work Environment

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 

 

Physical Demands

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing may be required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. 

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, intern position. The duration of the internship will be determined based on incumbent availability and business need. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some flexibility in hours may be allowed based on management’s approval.

 

Job Compensation and Benefits
Through our competitive compensation and benefits program, we seek to attract, retain and motivate a high-performing and increasingly diverse Associate population. Our compensation and benefit structure is comprised of many factors, including but not limited the size of our Firm, our financial position, the industry, business objectives, market salary information, benchmark pay levels and practices against the respective peer group (to ensure equal pay for equal work, with allowable pay differences based on factors not prohibited by law), and unique circumstances of the Firm that are subject to change.

Compensation
Minimum: $20/hour – Maximum: $25/hour

 

CWA has consistently been recognized from rating services and publications such as:

  • Accounting Today – Top 100 Firms (2022 and 2023)
  • Forbes – America’s Best Tax & Accounting Firms (2022, 2023)
  • INSIDE Public Accounting – Top 100 Firms (2022, 2023)
  • INSIDE Public Accounting – Top 100 Fastest Growing Firms (2022)
  • Dallas Morning News – Top Workplace (2022, 2023)
  • Accounting Today – Beyond Top 100: Firms to Watch (2020)
  • Accounting Today – Regional Leaders Top Firms (2012, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2020)
  • INSIDE Public Accounting – Beyond the Top 100 (2015, 2016, 2018, 2020)
  • INSIDE Public Accounting – Top 200 Firms (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)
  • Dallas Business Journal – Top Accounting Firms (2018)
  • Dallas Business Journal – Largest North Texas Accounting Firms (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015)
  • Dallas Business Journal – Top Ranked North Texas Wealth Management Firms (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015)

Please submit application online: https://cainwattersassociates.recruitee.com/ 

Location

Frisco

Term

Spring

Income Opportunity

Paid
Contact: Human Resources
Phone: 972-233-3323
Email: hr@cainwatters.com
Available Positions: 4
Industry: Banking and Financial Services
Status: College Student

Company

XP League Frisco

Position

Sales and Marketing Associate
Intern Job Description:

Represent XP League in Business and Marketing events
Run Digital Marketing and Community marketing campaigns
Follow up on leads, schedule tours and close deals.
Work with parents to define children’s goals.
Provide league tours while maintaining awareness of players currently in the league.

Location

Frisco

Term

Fall

Income Opportunity

Paid
Contact: Saurabh
Phone: 6828884407
Email: saurabh.aggarwal@xpleague.gg
Available Positions: 1
Industry: Education
Status: High School Student, College Student

Company

XP League Frisco

Position

Esports League Coach
Intern Job Description:

Commit to the principles of the Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA)
Training – go through the guides and learn it
Create a positive and safe environment in which players can grow
Work with children to determine skill sets
Provide feedback to parents after working with players who are on a tour/tryout

Location

Frisco

Term

Fall

Income Opportunity

Paid
Contact: Saurabh Aggarwal
Phone: 6828884407
Email: saurabh.aggarwal@xpleague.gg
Available Positions: 1
Industry: Education
Status: High School Student, College Student

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