Student : Accounting Intern - one person tax practice

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Student : Accounting Intern - one person tax practice

Requisition Number

SE04265

Department Name

3J5SE : Student Employment

Work Location

Lexington, KY

On Campus / Off Campus

Off Campus

Salary Range

$18 - $20

Type of Position

Student

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Preferred Education / Experience

Hours per Week

10-20 - flexible

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Assist with preparation of individual and small business tax returns

Organize and input client tax documents into software

Perform basic bookkeeping and account reconciliations

Maintain confidential digital filing systems

Support client communication via email and phone

Provide general administrative assistance to the CPA

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

REQUIRED Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Basic knowledge of accounting and tax principles (through coursework or experience)

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Actively pursuing or recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Availability for in-person work January through April

PREFERRED Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Professional verbal and written communication

Familiarity with QuickBooks or tax software a plus

Motivated and detail-oriented

Deadline to Apply

11 / 13 / 2025

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date

01 / 05 / 2026