Tax Internship: Real Client Experience & CPA Prep

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

Job summary

Purvis Gray & Company, LLP — a Florida-based accounting firm — is inviting applications for a Spring 2028 Tax Internship in Tampa. This program immerses accounting students in preparing tax returns, client work papers, and tax planning tasks under senior guidance.

You will gain hands-on experience with individual, corporate, and fiduciary tax areas, learn to use tax software, and support a variety of clients. The internship emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and growth toward CPA licensure.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• Completion of at least one Individual Taxation or Corporate/Business Taxation course.
• 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

Time management

Team oriented

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

CPA licensure track intent

Job description

Purvis Gray & Company, LLP — a Florida-based accounting firm — is inviting applications for a Spring 2028 Tax Internship in Tampa. This program immerses accounting students in preparing tax returns, client work papers, and tax planning tasks under senior guidance.

You will gain hands-on experience with individual, corporate, and fiduciary tax areas, learn to use tax software, and support a variety of clients. The internship emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and growth toward CPA licensure.