Staff Accountant Intern

Novogradac & Company LLP; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid work

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

ERGs & career development

Job summary

Novogradac is hiring Staff Accountant Interns to explore our firm for busy season 2027 (January 2027 through the end of March 2027). This hands-on internship exposes future leaders to audit, tax preparation and research within a growing national CPA firm.

Candidates will complete tax and/or audit engagements under supervision, develop client relationships, and gain real-life business experience with compensation. Remote and hybrid options may be discussed with the recruiter.

Qualifications

• Working toward a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance (obtained degree is a plus).
• GPA of 3.20 or higher.
• Preferred completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course and preferably sit for CPA examination.
• Exhibit a basic understanding of accounting and tax rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Perform work accurately and with strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work under close supervision and accept constructive feedback.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team with colleagues and clients.
• Strong computer skills, including Word & Excel.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting/Finance degree in progress

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

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. Dare to bring your unique perspective? At Novogradac, we value individuals who bring unique perspectives and bold ideas. If you’re eager to contribute to an inclusive, innovative environment where your personal and professional growth is encouraged and supported, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

Novogradac is hiring Staff Accountant Interns to explore our firm for busy season 2027 (January 2027 through the end of March 2027).

Position Summary

This distinct internship program is designed to expose the future leaders of public accounting not only to our partners, but also to our business and how we empower our clients' businesses. Our trendsetting interns learn hands‑on what it takes to be a staff accountant for a growing national CPA firm by tackling a variety of different assignments, including audit, tax preparation and research.

Novogradac believes in giving our interns a real‑life business experience and compensating you well while you’re here. Some positions at Novogradac may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs. Please discuss available options with your recruiter.

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), and/or 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
• Exhibit a basic understanding of accounting and tax rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Perform 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 solid skill in the 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 believe in offering a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and work‑life integration.

• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
• Flexible working hours and work 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

Get to know us better! We’re Novogradac, a national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco. Founded in 1989, the allied group of Novogradac companies has grown to more than 900 employees and partners with more than 25 offices throughout the country. Novogradac is one of the nation’s top 40 certified public accounting and consulting firms and is a recognized leader in real estate and community development. Novogradac provides publicly and privately held national enterprises with a full spectrum of audit, tax, valuation, expert witness and litigation support, property compliance and general consulting services and works extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation and renewable energy fields.

Ready to learn more?

This is a paid internship.

Commitment to Inclusion

Novogradac is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, making reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence.

At Novogradac, we offer a variety of Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups to provide all employees with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and support one another in the workplace.

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.

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We’re Novogradac, national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco.

Founded in 1989, the allied group of Novogradac companies has grown to more than 900 employees and partners with more than 25 offices throughout the country.

Novogradac is a recognized leader in real estate and community development.

We provide publicly and privately held national enterprises with a full spectrum of audit, tax, valuation, expert witness and litigation support, property compliance, and general consulting services.

We work extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation, and renewable energy fields.