2027 Staff Accountant Intern

Novogradac; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible working hours

Remote and hybrid opportunities

Strong professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Novogradac is hiring Staff Accountant Interns in Portland, Oregon for the busy season of 2027. This internship offers a chance to gain hands-on experience in audit and tax preparation within a national CPA firm. Responsibilities include tax and audit engagements, client communication, and research assignments. Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with a minimum GPA of 3.20. The position offers competitive pay at $27/hr, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Working toward a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance.
• GPA of 3.20 or higher.
• Completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course preferred.
• Basic understanding of accounting and tax rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and time-efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Complete tax and/or audit engagements for designated clients.
• Identify and communicate potential problem areas during engagements.
• Conduct business-specific research and analysis for clients.
• Develop client relationships through professionalism.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Overview

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing! We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Novogradac is hiring Staff Accountant Interns for the busy season 2027 (January through the end of March 2027).

Position Summary

This internship program is designed to expose future leaders of public accounting to our partners and business, and to empower their clients. Interns learn hands‑on what it takes to be a staff accountant for a growing national CPA firm through audit, tax preparation and research assignments.

Your Contributions and Responsibilities

• Complete tax and/or audit engagements for designated clients as directed by your Supervisor or Manager
• Identify and communicate potential problem areas during engagements
• Conduct business‑specific research – gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports and make recommendations to principals and partners
• Develop effective client relationships through professionalism and follow‑through
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Your Background and Skills

• Working toward a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance (obtained degree is a plus), or an appropriate balance of education and work experience
• GPA of 3.20 or higher
• Preferred completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course and preferably on track or already qualified to sit for the CPA examination
• Basic understanding of accounting and tax rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Work accurately and in a time‑efficient manner with strong attention to detail, organization and follow‑through
• Ability to work under close 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 Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word & Excel) and report writing tools

Why work with us?

Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow.

We Are Proud To Offer

• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
• Flexible working hours and arrangements
• Remote and hybrid opportunities
• Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities

The Benefits Of Joining Our Team

• Strong growth opportunities
• Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration
• Dress for your day policy
• Resources of a national firm
• Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment
• Compensation: $27/hr

Don’t Meet Every Qualification?

If you do not meet all listed requirements but are excited about this role, we still encourage you to apply.

Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac’s culture is centered on education, acceptance, innovation and opportunity. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring to Novogradac, no matter their age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce.