About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in public accounting during the Winter 2028 term. You will work alongside experienced professionals on client engagements. This role helps you build a foundation for your career through mentorship, training, and real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Review and analyze financial data for businesses across industries like manufacturing, construction, and healthcare.
- Assist with auditing client financial data to check for accuracy.
- Perform substantive testing for cash, inventory, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and corporations.
- Research tax laws and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Help with bookkeeping, consulting, and other assurance projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an Accounting major.
- Completion of at least two college-level accounting courses.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site at one of our Ohio office locations.
- The role is full-time.
- This is a paid internship.
- You must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
About Rea
Rea is an accounting and business advisory firm founded in 1938. Based in New Philadelphia, Ohio, the firm employs between 201 and 500 people. It provides services including tax planning, audit, payroll, and business valuation. The firm also offers managed IT and cybersecurity services to its clients.
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