Fall 2027 Tax Internship (August - November 2027) - Ocala

Purvis, Gray & Company, LLP ~ Certified Public Accountants; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis Gray’s Tax Internship in Ocala offers accounting students hands-on experience with tax returns, projections, and client-related tax planning, mentored by our tax professionals. You will prepare returns, use tax software, organize client information, and participate in training and team meetings to develop technical and professional skills for a career in public accounting.

Candidates pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, with coursework in Individual or Corporate Tax, and CPA

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• Completion of at least one Individual Taxation or Corporate/Business Taxation course prior to the start of the internship.
• Intends to meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure upon graduation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow through on assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative, receive feedback, and learn as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Available for the full internship cohort and scheduled work commitments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns and related workpapers under the guidance of engagement leaders.
• Assist with tax projections, estimates, and other client-related tax planning activities.
• Use current tax and accounting software to complete assigned work accurately and efficiently.
• Research tax-related questions and summarize findings for review.
• Organize and review client-provided information for completeness and accuracy.
• Communicate with team members regarding assigned work, questions, and deadlines.
• Handle sensitive and confidential client information with professionalism and integrity.
• Participate in training, team meetings, and other opportunities to learn more about tax and public accounting.
• Complete additional projects and assignments that support client service and professional development

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Team player

Proactive learner

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting

CPA licensure requirements

Job description

Fall 2027 | August-November 2027 Tax Internship | Ocala Office

Purvis Gray’s Tax Internship is designed for accounting students who are ready to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real client work. Interns work alongside our tax professionals, gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries, and build the technical and professional skills needed for a career in public accounting.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns and related workpapers under the guidance of engagement leaders
• Assist with tax projections, estimates, and other client-related tax planning activities
• Use current tax and accounting software to complete assigned work accurately and efficiently
• Research tax-related questions and summarize findings for review
• Organize and review client-provided information for completeness and accuracy
• Communicate with team members regarding assigned work, questions, and deadlines
• Handle sensitive and confidential client information with professionalism and integrity
• Participate in training, team meetings, and other opportunities to learn more about tax and public accounting
• Complete additional projects and assignments that support client service and professional development

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Completion of at least one Individual Taxation or Corporate/Business Taxation course prior to the start of the internship
• Intends to meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure upon graduation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow through on assignments, and meet deadlines
• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative, receive feedback, and learn as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work
• Available for the full internship cohort and scheduled work commitments