Accounting Intern – On-Site in Richmond, Path to Full-Time

WellsColeman; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WellsColeman is seeking Accounting Interns for Summer 2027 to work onsite in our Richmond office. The role offers exposure to paperless audits, audit software, tax laws, and financial statement preparation while gaining practical experience in public accounting.

The internship requires candidates to be enrolled in an Accounting program (Junior/Senior/Master's) with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a commitment of at least 32 hours per week for 6 consecutive weeks.

Qualifications

• Must be a Junior, Senior, or Master's student pursuing a degree in Accounting.
• Minimum GPA 3.0 preferred.
• Interest in pursuing CPA exam.

Responsibilities

• Assist with onsite financial statement audits at client offices.
• Prepare individual, partnership and corporate tax returns and related workpapers.
• Prepare and review audit, compilation and other workpapers.
• Develop analytical skills to identify tax issues and perform basic tax research.
• Develop communication and interpersonal skills for accounting and auditing tasks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting degree in progress

Tools

Audit software

Tax software

Job description

WellsColeman is seeking Accounting Interns for Summer 2027 to work onsite in our Richmond office. The role offers exposure to paperless audits, audit software, tax laws, and financial statement preparation while gaining practical experience in public accounting.

The internship requires candidates to be enrolled in an Accounting program (Junior/Senior/Master's) with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a commitment of at least 32 hours per week for 6 consecutive weeks.