About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in either tax or audit. You will work alongside experienced professionals to support client engagements, build technical accounting skills, and explore a career in public accounting. You will participate in structured training, team activities, and special projects while contributing to meaningful client work.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engagement teams and clients to gather information and maintain documentation.
- Complete assigned tasks accurately and on time while applying coaching to improve your work quality.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all firm and client information.
- For audit: Support assurance engagements by testing account balances, transactions, and financial data. Prepare clear workpapers documenting your procedures and conclusions using firm-approved technologies.
- For tax: Support tax engagements by assisting with federal, state, and local tax returns, calculations, and workpapers. Conduct tax research and document your findings using firm-approved research and workflow tools.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Accounting or a related business discipline.
- A current offer with Baker Tilly (formerly Anchin or Berkowitz Pollack Brant).
- On track to meet CPA exam eligibility requirements before beginning a full-time Associate role.
- Foundational accounting knowledge from academic coursework.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to conduct research, analyze information, and document findings clearly.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to ask questions.
- Reliability, organization, and a commitment to meeting deadlines.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Location & details#
- Locations: New York City, NY; Boca Raton, FL; Fort Lauderdale, FL; Miami, FL.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Note: This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Baker Tilly US
Baker Tilly US is an advisory, tax, and assurance firm based in Chicago. It operates through two main entities, Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP. The firm provides services to clients across the United States and maintains a presence in global financial hubs. It is part of the Baker Tilly International network, which includes independent firms in 143 territories.
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