Accounting Internships

James Moore•Tallahassee, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

James Moore & Co., P.L. is a leading public accounting and business consulting firm dedicated to client success and professional growth. With offices across Florida, we specialize in a wide range of services including tax, assurance, accounting & controllership, wealth management, and technology solutions. We serve diverse industries such as collegiate athletics, healthcare, government, nonprofit, construction, manufacturing, and real estate. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience, receive mentorship, and explore future career paths within our firm.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Available to work onsite at least 20 hours per week, with a minimum of 4 hours per day
Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
Willing to learn and adapt to various technical platforms
Able to work independently and collaboratively
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion (or enrollment prior to internship start) of Tax I or Audit I or equivalent coursework preferred

Responsibilities

Contribute to actual client projects and gain hands-on exposure to the accounting profession.
Learn directly from seasoned professionals committed to your development.
Explore opportunities for future internships or potential full-time roles upon graduation.
Receive training in industry-standard software and systems.
Dive into outsourced accounting work in a variety of industries depending on the assigned team and gain real-world experience supporting client operations (ACS Track).
Apply outsourced accounting knowledge to workpapers and assignments to deliver accurate, reliable client data (ACS Track).
Use accounting software for client data entry, task management, and documentation (ACS Track).
Assist with day-to-day accounting functions such as accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting (ACS Track).
Review journal entries, reconciliations, and other transactions prepared by the ACS team (ACS Track).
Ensure regulatory compliance and research accounting topics to grow your knowledge (ACS Track).
Perform audit procedures across a variety of financial statement areas (Audit Track).
Learn how to audit specific accounts including cash, accounts receivable, inventory, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, debt, and general income statement items (Audit Track).
Propose adjusting journal entries when discrepancies are identified (Audit Track).
Develop a solid understanding of how to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) through real accounting transactions (Audit Track).
Prepare individual income tax returns (Tax Track).
Assist with business tax returns, including those for partnerships and corporations (Tax Track).
Support experienced staff with large tax engagements and complex client files (Tax Track).
Help prepare adjusting journal entries and other bookkeeping tasks (Tax Track).
Collaborate with other departments and teams to deliver high-quality client service (Tax Track).
Support the team by organizing and maintaining files, reviewing forms for accuracy, and helping with basic processes (Tax Admin Track).
Interact with other teams and/or departments (Tax Admin Track).