2027 Staff Accountant Intern

Novogradac & Company LLP; Town of Dover (NY); On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Inclusive workplace

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Novogradac & Company LLP is seeking Staff Accountant Interns for the busy season in 2027, providing exposure to partners, business operations, and client service.

Interns will engage in tax and audit responsibilities while developing client relationships. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in accounting or finance with strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Offering competitive pay of $27 per hour along with flexible working arrangements and a commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Working toward a Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting or finance.
• GPA of 3.20 or higher.
• Basic understanding of accounting and tax rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under supervision and accept feedback.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Accounting concepts

Tax rules

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Novogradac is hiring Staff Accountant Interns for busy season 2027 (January‑March 2027). This internship program exposes future leaders of public accounting to partners, business operations and client service, with assignments in audit, tax preparation and research.

Contributions & Responsibilities

• Complete tax and/or audit engagements for designated clients as directed by 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.

Background & Skills

• Working toward a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (degree is a plus or relevant work experience).
• GPA of 3.20 or higher.
• Completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course and on track to sit for the CPA examination (preferred).
• Basic understanding of accounting and tax rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Accurate, time‑efficient work with strong attention to detail, organization and follow‑through.
• Ability to work under close supervision, accept constructive feedback and adjust as directed.
• Team‑oriented collaboration with colleagues and clients.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) and report writing tools.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $27 per hour with continuous review of market conditions.
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements (remote and hybrid options) based on business needs.
• Inclusive workplace that supports professional growth and work‑life integration.
• Growth opportunities and emphasis on quality work‑life integration.
• Dress‑for‑your‑day policy.
• Resources of a national firm and opportunities to engage with Employee Resource Groups and affinity groups.

This is a paid internship.

Novogradac is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply. We accommodate reasonable requests for accommodations during the application process.