CPA Firm Seasonal Tax Internship

Fairfax, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 06-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Thompson Greenspon one of Northern Virginias largest local accounting firms is offering an internship during the upcoming tax season in our tax department. Located in Fairfax VA Thompson Greenspon has been serving clients since 1956 and is known for our expertise in the areas of construction professional services non-profits government contracting and employee benefit plans. Our primary services include audit and accounting taxation and business consulting.

The Tax Intern will work closely with our professional staff to gain hands-on experience in tax preparation and compliance for a variety of clients. This internship offers an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of public accounting client service and professional ethics in a fast-paced firm environment.

Internship Information:

20 hours per week
January 2026 through April 2026
Onsite in Fairfax Virginia office
$26 per hour

Key Responsibilities

Tax Preparation- Prepare 1040 tax returns with varying levels of complexity
Team Collaboration - Work as an effective team member to complete project components and assigned tasks within the agreed upon time
Data Entry - Input and update information into company databases and spreadsheets
Document Assistance- Assist with scanning client tax documents and other administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program (e.g. Accounting Finance or related fields)
Completion of at least one tax or intermediate accounting course preferred
Previous professional environment experience is a plus

Skills

Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)
Ability to quickly learn new accounting software and tools
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Learning opportunities

Gain hands-on experience in tax compliance and preparation
Develop organizational communication and project management skills
Network with professionals in the industry
Learn about tax software management practices and industry-specific tools
Understand the day-to-day operations and professional expectations of a public accounting firm.

Thompson Greenspon is proudly ranked as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post. Ensuring a happy healthy workplace is our top priority. The Firm achieves this by:

Focusing on a work/life balance with free parking and gym access
Being one of the top 20 firms headquartered in Virginia the firm provides new challenges opportunities and exposure to all facets of public accounting and a diverse client base while still maintaining a personal collaborative environment
Fostering career development by providing opportunities for regular training seminars and challenging projects and tasks
Providing the technology and resources available at larger firms

Partnering in your professional success.

Required Experience:

Junior IC