Tax or Audit Internship - BPB & Anchin Conversions

Baker Tilly•New York City, NY

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

Baker Tilly is hiring interns to support either assurance/audit engagements or tax engagements. Interns work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to client work by completing assigned procedures or tax-related tasks, analyzing information, documenting work and conclusions, and learning about clients’ businesses, industries, and professional service needs. Structured training, coaching, and participation on engagement teams help interns develop technical accounting, technology, communication, and client service skills while exploring a career in public accounting and building relationships across the firm. The position is hybrid, with regular in-office attendance. Office expectations vary by location and service line; candidates should discuss the specific requirements with a Baker Tilly Talent Acquisition professional. The posting gives pay-rate ranges of $25.50–$84.00 in Florida and $31.75–$105.00 in New York, NY. Actual compensation depends on relevant factors, including skills, experience, qualifications, work arrangements, and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in or pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related business discipline at an accredited institution.
Must have a current offer with Baker Tilly (formerly Anchin or Berkowitz Pollack Brant).
Must be on track to meet educational requirements for CPA exam eligibility before starting a full-time Associate position.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
A resume is required as part of the application process.
Foundational accounting knowledge developed through academic coursework.
Ability to conduct basic research, analyze information, and document findings clearly and accurately.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Curiosity, learning agility, and willingness to ask questions, seek guidance, and apply feedback.
Ability to collaborate effectively and respectfully in a team-oriented environment.
Organization, time management, attention to detail, and reliability in meeting deadlines.
Professionalism, integrity, accountability, and sound judgment.
Commitment to quality, continuous learning, and responsive client service.

Nice To Haves

Previous internship, academic, leadership, volunteer, customer service, or other relevant experience.
Demonstrated interest in accounting or professional services.
Openness to learning emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, responsibly to support learning, efficiency, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engagement team members and clients to obtain information and maintain well-supported documentation.
Complete assigned work accurately and on time, communicating progress, questions, and potential issues promptly.
Apply coaching and feedback to strengthen technical knowledge and work quality.
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, initiative, curiosity, and commitment to quality and client service.
Maintain confidentiality of client and firm information and exercise sound judgment in accordance with firm policies and professional standards.
Participate in training, team activities, and special projects, and perform other duties as assigned.
For assurance engagements, assist with audit procedures, including testing account balances, transactions, and other financial information.
Prepare clear audit workpapers documenting procedures, evidence, results, and conclusions in accordance with firm methodologies and professional standards.
Use firm-approved audit, data analysis, workflow, and collaboration technologies to complete assigned assurance work.
For tax engagements, assist with preparing federal, state, and local tax returns, workpapers, calculations, supporting schedules, and related deliverables.
Conduct tax research and document findings to support engagement team questions and client needs.
Use firm-approved tax preparation, research, workflow, document management, data, and collaboration technologies to complete assigned tax work.