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2026 Staff Accountant Intern

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Novogradac & Company LLP

Jan 12, 2025

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Portland

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 runs from January 2026 through the end of March 2026.

What is the compensation for the internship?

The compensation for this internship is $27 per hour.

What are the educational requirements for the internship?

Candidates should be working toward a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance, and have a GPA of 3.20 or higher.

Is it necessary to have completed any specific courses before applying?

Yes, it is preferred that candidates have completed at least one Intermediate Accounting course.

What kinds of tasks will interns be responsible for during the program?

Interns will complete tax and/or audit engagements, conduct business-specific research, develop client relationships, and may be assigned other duties and projects.

Are there opportunities for growth within the company?

Yes, Novogradac provides strong growth opportunities for its employees.

What skills are emphasized for candidates applying for this internship?

Candidates should exhibit strong communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.

Will interns have the opportunity to interact with firm partners?

Yes, this internship program is designed to expose interns to both partners and the overall business operations of the firm.

What is Novogradac’s philosophy regarding work culture?

Novogradac is committed to creating a welcoming work culture with a focus on work-life integration and continuous professional development.

How can candidates apply for the internship?

Interested candidates must apply via the company website at http://careers.novoco.com/.

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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.