Tax Intern

Position Overview

At DiMercurio Advisors, our mission is to empower small business owners by simplifying complex financial information. As a Tax Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced tax professionals while supporting real clients and real tax engagements. This internship is designed for students pursuing a career in public accounting, taxation, or advisory services.

You'll develop practical tax preparation skills, strengthen your understanding of federal and state tax laws, and gain exposure to the day-to-day operations of a growing public accounting firm. This is more than a data-entry internship—you'll actively contribute to client engagements, learn industry-leading tax software, and work directly with professionals dedicated to helping you grow.

What You'll Do

As a Tax Intern, you'll support the Tax Team by: Preparing individual, partnership, and S corporation tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, and 1120-S. Assisting with quarterly tax projections and year-end tax planning calculations. Preparing workpapers and supporting documentation for tax engagements. Gathering and organizing client information to ensure timely completion of tax returns.

Communicating with clients regarding outstanding documents and information requests. Researching federal, Florida, and multi-state tax regulations. Assisting tax professionals with tax compliance and advisory projects. Learning and utilizing CCH Axcess Tax and other accounting technology platforms. Participating in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Technical Skills Preferred qualifications include: Basic understanding of individual, partnership, and S corporation taxation. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Experience working with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting/filtering, and basic data analysis. Familiarity with tax preparation software is a plus; experience with CCH Axcess Tax is preferred but not required.

Ability to learn new software and technology tools quickly. Professional Skills Successful candidates typically demonstrate: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. A proactive approach to problem-solving. Professionalism and accountability. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

Curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Education

& Experience Required Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred. Preferred Interest in pursuing CPA or EA credentials. Previous internship, bookkeeping, accounting, or tax experience. What You'll Gain Through this internship, you'll have the opportunity to: Work on real client engagements.

Learn tax preparation and advisory processes used in public accounting. Develop technical tax and accounting skills. Gain exposure to small business tax planning and consulting. Receive mentorship from experienced tax professionals. Build a strong foundation for a future career in tax, accounting, or advisory services.

High-performing interns may be considered for future internship opportunities or full-time positions upon graduation. Travel Minimal travel may be required. Work Schedule & Location We believe trust and flexibility are key components of a successful workplace. In-Office Typical office hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. About DiMercurio Advisors DiMercurio Advisors is a fast-growing accounting, tax, and advisory firm based in Orlando, Florida.

We specialize in serving first-time business owners throughout Florida with annual revenues of $3 million or less. Our clients operate in industries including: Real Estate Restaurants Professional Services Creative Businesses Side-Hustle and Entrepreneurial Ventures We focus on building long-term relationships based on trust, education, and proactive guidance.

Our Mission To empower business owners to succeed by simplifying complex financial information. Our Core Values Be Transparent Empower Through Education Adapt to Change Seek to Understand Think Like an Owner Why Join Us? Culture is at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to be recognized as a great place to work because we invest heavily in our people, their growth, and their success.

We believe: Accountability builds trust. Diverse perspectives create better solutions. Continuous learning drives professional growth. A supportive team environment helps everyone thrive. Many new team members tell us: "I've never seen a company support their team like this before." If you're looking for an internship where you'll gain meaningful experience, receive mentorship, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you.