Intern, Tax

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Louisville, KY, USA
In-Office
Internship
Financial Services
The Role
Support tax team servicing high-net-worth clients by preparing tax returns and supporting schedules, organizing client records, reconciling information, conducting basic research, participating in training, and assisting with administrative tasks and special projects to learn tax planning and compliance.
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Job Summary:

The Intern, Tax will assist our team members in servicing high net worth individuals with a focus on personal, fiduciary, S-Corporation, partnership, private foundation, and gift tax returns. The role provides hands-on learning through real client work, allowing interns to develop foundational knowledge of tax planning and compliance.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of tax returns, income tax projects, estimated tax vouchers, extension forms, and supporting work papers under the guidance of experienced tax professionals.

• Organize and maintain client tax files and electronic records while assisting with administrative and task compliance support tasks, including gathering information for billing and other client service needs.

• Prepare supporting schedules, reconcile client information, and review tax documents for completeness and accuracy prior to preparation and filing.

• Participate in training sessions, associate meetings, and professional development opportunities to build technical tax knowledge and gain exposure to firm processes and best practices.

• Conduct basic test research and assist with gathering information related to inquiries from taxing authorities and changes in tax laws and regulations.

• Learn and follow the firm's quality control procedures, professional standards, and confidentiality requirements throughout all assignments.

• Collaborate with tax and wealth advisory teams to gain exposure to integrated tax and financial planning concepts and support client service initiatives.

• Assist with special projects and other assignments that support the tax team and enhance the overall client experience.

 

Required Education and Experience:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree with an expected graduation date within 24 months of the start of the internship.

• Demonstrated leadership experience through work or extracurricular activities.

 

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.

 

Skills:

• Strong aptitude for working with numbers and performing detailed calculations accurately.

• Basic knowledge of accounting or tax principles.

• Eagerness to learn and ask questions in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Able to work well within a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to shared goals in a professional environment.

• High level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive client information.

• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet multiple deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain findings clearly.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; willingness to learn specialized tax planning and preparation software.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

 

Physical Demands/Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements employees must meet to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing job functions the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, write, review and type reports, compile data, operate a pc, communicate, listen, and assess information. The employee may move about the office complex, may travel to other office locations and may lift, push, pull or move 10 - 15 pounds. Visual requirements include distant, close and color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

 

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers and phones. Reasonable accommodations my be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Travel Requirements:

None

We welcome your interest in being a part of our firm. We believe in giving associates progressive opportunities, actively nurturing professional growth and giving back to the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse culture where everyone has the support they need to achieve their career goals. We offer an innovative workplace and a culture that fosters camaraderie, teamwork and work-life balance.


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EOE M/F/D/V

Skills Required

  • Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree with expected graduation within 24 months
  • Demonstrated leadership experience through work or extracurricular activities
  • Strong aptitude for working with numbers and performing detailed calculations accurately
  • Basic knowledge of accounting or tax principles
  • Eagerness to learn and ask questions in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Ability to work well within a team and support colleagues
  • High level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive client information
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to meet multiple deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Willingness to learn specialized tax planning and preparation software
  • Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field

Mariner Wealth Advisors Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Mariner Wealth Advisors and has not been reviewed or approved by Mariner Wealth Advisors.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is considered strong with medical, dental, and vision plans supported by wellness programs, HSA/FSA options, and telehealth. This breadth of healthcare support contributes meaningfully to perceived total compensation.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is a core element and is viewed as a strong part of the package. Retirement benefits are positioned as competitive within the overall offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off, parental leave, and a set of paid holidays provide broad leave coverage. Reasonable work-life balance outside busy seasons further elevates the value of time-off benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Overland Park, KS
981 Employees

What We Do

Mariner Wealth Advisors is a leading national wealth advisory firm. Mariner’s wealth advisory teams help clients achieve & maintain financial peace of mind – preserving the wealth they have created & building a legacy for future generations of family & business leaders. To do so, we provide holistic, innovative & client-focused solutions. We bring together talented resources, innovative offerings & proactive advice with a single purpose in mind – to deliver confidence to our clients so they can focus on what’s most important. Our clients include individuals, families & institutions. Our wealth solutions include: • Wealth planning • Investment advisory services • Multi-generational wealth planning • Risk Management • Philanthropy • Executive compensation planning • Business succession planning • Family office services • Retirement planning To learn more about us, please visit marinerwealthadvisors.com.

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