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2026 Staff Accountant Intern

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Novogradac & Company LLP

Jan 21, 2025

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Accounting & Tax
    Education & Teaching
  • St. Louis

Requirements

  • 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

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

FAQs

What is the duration of the Staff Accountant Intern position?

The internship is from January 2026 through the end of March 2026.

What are the key responsibilities of a Staff Accountant Intern?

Interns will complete tax and/or audit engagements, identify potential problem areas, conduct business-specific research, develop client relationships, and undertake other duties as assigned.

What academic qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates should be working toward a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, and preferably have a GPA of 3.20 or higher, along with the completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course.

What are the expected skills for this internship position?

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to work collaboratively, basic accounting knowledge, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are expected skills.

What is the compensation for this internship?

The compensation for the internship is $27 per hour.

Is there a dress code for this internship?

Yes, there is a "dress for your day" policy, which allows for flexibility in dress based on daily responsibilities.

Are there opportunities for growth within the company?

Yes, Novogradac provides strong growth opportunities and emphasizes quality work-life integration for their team members.

How can interested candidates apply for the internship?

Interested candidates must apply via the Novogradac company website at https://www.novoco.com/careers.

Is this internship part of a larger program aimed at future leaders in accounting?

Yes, this internship program is designed to expose future leaders of public accounting to the firm's operations and client empowerment.

What benefits does the company offer to interns?

Benefits include strong growth opportunities, flexible working hours, remote and hybrid opportunities, and a supportive work culture.

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Novogradac & Company LLP

Accounting
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1989
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Novogradac is among the nation’s top 40 certified public accounting and consulting firms with more than 25 offices nationwide. The firm is a nationally recognized leader in real estate and community development, and is one of the fastest growing accounting firms in the nation. Our clients represent a range of industries with a major emphasis in the real estate sector. 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, and we work extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation, opportunity zones and renewable energy fields. Novogradac has earned the Great Place to Work certification and is recognized on two MOVE Project lists: Best Firms for Equity Leadership and Best CPA Firms for Women. Novogradac is also a two-time recipient of the Handshake Early Talent Award. Novogradac offers opportunities to explore a variety of areas within the accounting, valuation and consulting fields while developing expertise in the fast-growing real estate industry. To see current job openings, visit our career page here: https://www.novoco.com/careers. We provide first-class service to our clients while supporting the work-life balance needs of our staff. Many Novogradac professionals thrive with flexible schedules and hybrid or remote work arrangements. Novogradac sponsors national affordable housing, renewable energy and community development conferences with hundreds of the industry's leading experts and participants. Because of their industry expertise, our partners are frequently invited to speak at seminars and conferences throughout the country.