About the role#
As a Tax Intern, you will gain hands-on insight into the public accounting profession. This role provides a foundation for your career while you work alongside experienced professionals at Cherry Bekaert.
What you'll do#
- Support multiple supervisors across a variety of client engagements.
- Apply your accounting knowledge to client work using firm technology.
- Shadow tax professionals at various levels of the organization.
- Participate in team building, training initiatives, and a marketing or research project that you will present.
- Attend social functions, including happy hours, lunches, and community service projects.
What you'll need#
- Junior or senior status in an accredited accounting or related program.
- You should be two years from graduation.
- Proficiency with computers and spreadsheet software.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above is preferred, though not required.
- The ability to travel to client sites as needed, which includes frequent same-day travel.
Location & details#
- Location: Providence, Rhode Island.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
- Sponsorship: We do not provide work sponsorship for this role.
About Cherry Bekaert
Cherry Bekaert is a CPA and advisory firm based in Raleigh, North Carolina. It provides tax, audit, and consulting services to middle-market companies, government contractors, and nonprofits. The firm employs over 3,000 people and has operated for more than 75 years. It maintains an international presence through an affiliation with Allinial Global.
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