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2025 Staff Accountant Intern - NYC

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Accounting & Tax
  • New York

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 purpose of the 2025 Staff Accountant Intern program at Novogradac?

The purpose of the internship program is to expose future leaders of public accounting to the firm's partners and operations, while providing hands-on experience in various assignments related to audit, tax preparation, and research.

What kind of tasks will interns be working on during the internship?

Interns will tackle a variety of assignments, including audit responsibilities, tax preparation, and research, allowing them to learn about the responsibilities of a staff accountant in the public accounting sector.

What kind of work experience does Novogradac offer to its interns?

Novogradac believes in providing interns with a real-life business experience, allowing them to understand the workings of a growing national CPA firm while actively participating in meaningful assignments.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, Novogradac compensates its interns well during the internship period.

Are there options for remote or hybrid work arrangements for this internship?

Some positions at Novogradac may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs. Candidates are encouraged to discuss available options with their recruiter.

What city is the internship located in?

The internship is located in New York City (NYC).

What type of firm is Novogradac considered to be?

Novogradac is considered a growing national CPA (Certified Public Accountant) firm.

Who will interns have the opportunity to interact with during the program?

Interns will have the opportunity to interact with the firm's partners and learn from them, as well as gain insights into the business and client empowerment strategies.

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.