Accounting Intern (Spring 2027)
About The Position
SVA is seeking an Accounting Intern for Spring 2027 in Madison, WI. This paid internship offers a valuable introduction to the accounting and business worlds, allowing collaboration with a diverse team of professionals at an independent, growing, and Great Place to Work® certified firm. The internship provides hands-on experience in tax, audit/assurance, and management advisory services (MAS) during the busy season. Interns will assist with data analysis, financial report preparation, and various accounting duties, performing tasks similar to an entry-level staff accountant. They will be considered full members of the SVA team, receive comprehensive training, and be paired with a People Leader for guidance and progress reviews, as well as an assigned Buddy for onboarding. Interns may have indirect client interaction under supervision. Opportunities for networking with other students and staff are available through social events, open seating, and on-site continuing education. The goal is to provide an ultimate internship experience that may lead to full-time employment.
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 3 years college experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare individual, partnership, S-Corp and C-Corp business tax returns
- Prepare tax return extensions
- Assist in the preparation of Form 1099 informational returns for clients
- Update and maintain fixed asset reports
- Analyze client financial statements and records to prepare book to tax income reconciliations
- Prepare adjusting journal entries
- Work with in-charges to complete assigned audits, reviews, and compilations
- Prepare simple financial statements
- Prepare analytic workpapers to identify trends
- Create property and equipment schedules and calculate depreciation and amortization
- Participate in and observe inventory counts
- Post journal entries and adjustments to working trial balance
- Prepare accounting adjustments, bank reconciliations, and financial reports
- Gain experience in various accounting software
- Assist in the preparation of complex Excel spreadsheets for use in valuations and data analytics
- Assist in the preparation of special accounting projects
Benefits
- Paid internship positions
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
