Accounting Internships - Fall 2027

BST & Co. CPAs, LLP; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

On-site in Latham

Job summary

BST Gallagher Flynn LLP in Latham, NY offers a paid, on-site internship designed to give students real-world exposure to accounting and advisory work. Interns shadow professionals, work with real clients, and contribute to meaningful projects across valuation, outsourced accounting, and audit services.

Participants gain hands-on experience with financial statements, tax return prep, and use of industry-standard software while developing professional skills and a network for potential future

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Taxation.
• Completed introductory accounting courses and understand basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency with computers and numbers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with QuickBooks or VITA is a plus.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proactive attitude and desire to grow professionally.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Shadow experienced team members and potentially join client site visits.
• Assist with research, data entry, and financial recordkeeping.
• Support the preparation of financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements.
• Gain hands-on experience with tax return preparation.
• Learn to use industry‑standard software and tools.
• Handle confidential information with integrity.
• Collaborate with a team to analyze data and support client projects.
• Take on meaningful tasks and projects that will strengthen your understanding of the profession.

Skills

Accounting basics

QuickBooks familiarity

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Proactive attitude

Computer proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting

Introductory accounting courses

Tools

QuickBooks

VITA

Job description

BST Gallagher Flynn LLP - Latham, NY

Explore Your Future in Accounting: Join BST Gallagher Flynn’s Internship Program

At BST Gallagher Flynn LLP, we believe internships should be more than just a resume builder - they should be meaningful learning experiences that help launch your career.

Job Type

Internship

Description

BST Gallagher Flynn LLP - Latham, NY

Explore Your Future in Accounting: Join BST Gallagher Flynn’s Internship Program

At BST Gallagher Flynn LLP, we believe internships should be more than just a resume builder - they should be meaningful learning experiences that help launch your career.

Our internship program is designed to give you a real-world look at the day-to-day responsibilities of an Associate at BST Gallagher Flynn. You’ll have the opportunity to shadow professionals, work with real clients, and contribute to projects that matter.

This is a paid internship opportunity. All internships take place on-site in our Latham, NY office.

Internship Opportunities: Fall 2027 (September - December)

We offer internships across multiple departments, giving you exposure to different areas of public accounting and advisory services. This term we are offering:

• Valuation, Forensic & Litigation
• Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services
• Audit & Assurance

What You’ll Do

As an intern, you won’t just observe - you’ll learn, grow, and contribute:

• Shadow experienced team members and potentially join them on client site visits
• Assist with research, data entry, and financial recordkeeping
• Support the preparation of financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements
• Gain hands‑on experience with tax return preparation
• Learn to use industry‑standard software and tools
• Handle confidential information with integrity
• Collaborate with a team to analyze data and support client projects
• Take on meaningful tasks and projects that will strengthen your understanding of the profession

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking motivated students who are eager to learn and ready to jump in:

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Taxation
• Completed introductory accounting courses and understand basic accounting principles
• Proficiency with computers and a comfort with numbers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with QuickBooks or VITA is a plus
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• A proactive attitude and desire to grow professionally
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work in a standard office environment and sit at a desk for extended periods

About BST Gallagher Flynn

BST Gallagher Flynn is a regional accounting and advisory firm formed through the merger of BST & Co. and Gallagher, Flynn & Company. The combined firm provides assurance, tax, advisory, outsourced accounting, consulting, valuation, forensic accounting, and other specialized services to businesses, nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, and individuals across the Northeast and beyond. With headquarters in Latham, New York and South Burlington, Vermont, the firm brings together the collective expertise, industry depth, and relationship‑driven culture of both organizations to help clients navigate an increasingly complex business environment with confidence.

We’re proud to be ranked among the Top 300 Accounting Firms in the U.S by Inside Public Accounting.

Why Intern with Us?

• Exposure to a wide range of services and clients
• A team that values open communication and professional growth
• A culture that encourages learning, new ideas, and community involvement
• Potential for future employment opportunities

Ready to get started?

We accept applications year-round and typically begin interviewing 2–4 semesters before the internship start date.

Visit our website to learn more about BST Gallagher Flynn’s Talent Experience and see how you can grow your career with us.