Internship/January/Summer/Fall/2026
Barton, Walter & Krier, P.C. is a full-service CPA firm with the talent and expertise to offer an array of accounting, audit, consulting and tax services -- all prepared in accordance with professional standards. We are committed to developing strong customer relationships so that we can better understand our clients and assist them with year-round planning. We listen to our clients’ needs and strive to exceed expectations.
At Barton, Walter & Krier, P.C., we offer a dynamic work environment that is both supportive and engaging. We foster a culture of innovative thinkers and are proud to support you in your professional goals. If you are passionate about helping clients succeed at a collaborative, innovative and experienced firm, BWK is the place for you.
We are conveniently located in the northwestern suburbs; servicing businesses state-wide.
Title: Intern
FLSA Status: Temporary, Non- Exempt
Compensation Grade:
Office Location: Maple Grove, MN
Reports to: Managing Partner
Position Purpose
This Internship is designed to expose future leaders of public accounting to not only our partners, but also to our business and how we empower our clients’ businesses. Our trendsetting interns learn hands-on what it takes to be a staff accountant for a growing CPA firm by tackling a variety of different assignments, including
audit, tax preparation and research. BWK believes in giving our interns a real-life business experience.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
• Complete tax and/or audit engagements for designated clients as directed
• Gain an understanding of work flow, processes and tax & accounting software
• Develop effective client relationships
• Prepares beginning and medium level individual and business tax returns (1040, 1065, 1120s and 1120)
Authority
• No Supervisory Duties
Contacts
• Communicates with all levels within the clients organization both orally and written
KSA, Competencies and Administrative
• Exhibit a basic understanding of accounting and tax rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Perform work accurately and efficiently with strong attention to detail, organization and follow through
• Ability to work under supervision and accept constructive feedback, making adjustments as directed
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment with both colleagues
and clients
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite, and report writing tools
• Completes and releases time on a daily basis
• Work overtime as needed
Qualifications
• College Junior or Senior working towards a BA or BS in Accounting,
• Ambition to learn multiple paths for accounting, finance, business strategy and execution