Position: Tax Intern
Workplace Type: On-Site January 2026-April 2026
Job Location: Mendota Heights MN
Employment Type: Full Time
Compensation: $25.00 Hour
At DSB Rock Island, we believe that the essence of tax management goes beyond just numbers; it's deeply rooted in human connections. Our Tax Manager will forge direct partnerships with successful business magnates – be it budding entrepreneurs, cherished family enterprises, or burgeoning companies. Our ethos underscores the significance of our bond with those we serve, creating a tapestry where numbers and narratives seamlessly intertwine.
With more than 70+years of experience and active involvement as a Top 25 Accounting firm in the Minneapolis/St. Paul business community, DSB Rock Island's team of financial professionals serve the needs of privately held businesses, their owners, management teams and shareholders in Minnesota and across the United States.
We cherish our team members and cultivate a supportive work environment. Our company operates on EOS® (Entrepreneurial Operating System), promoting clear communication, effective delegation, and a culture of continuous improvement. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the firm's growth and success, benefit from professional development opportunities, and receive well-deserved recognition.
As a firm
- We are TRUE to our word
- We are COMMITTED to mastery
- We seek first to SERVE
Tax internship responsibilities may include:
- Prepare tax returns for individuals and trusts to meet both government deadlines as well as client expectations.
- Assist with extension process for individual client tax returns
- Assist with generating Federal and State estimated tax payments and documentation for individual tax return clients.
- Participate in tax training sessions to increase working knowledge of various tax preparation software, including industry-leading applications in a paperless environment.
- Effectively communicate, both verbally and in written form, on various tax inquiries within the office and from the clients and/or their advisors.
- Perform other accounting duties as necessary to meet the responsibility of the tax intern position and client expectations.
- Demonstrate the flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks assigned, including special projects.
Projects may include:
- Prepare individual and trust tax returns
- Generate property tax reports
- Analyze investment accounts to determine the taxability of investment income and security transactions.
- Complete electronic tax work papers to support income and expenses reported on tax returns
- Review clients’ documents to determine reportable items of income and expenses on tax returns.
Qualifications:
- Currently a college student; majoring in accounting/finance preferred
- Able to work 40-55 Hours between January 20th-April 15th, 2025
- Reliable commute to Mendota Heights MN