Tax Internship Position

We’re looking for current students to fill full- and part-time internship positions for Tax with exposure to Audit and other assurance engagements. 



Accounting majors are encouraged to apply if you’re completing their degree between May 2024 and May 2025 and have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Become familiar with the firm’s policies and procedures

  • Understand the rules, regulations and code of conduct of the AICPA

  • When assigned to financial statement engagements:

    • Become familiar with FASB, GASB and AICPA pronouncements

    • Become proficient at preparing financial statements

    • Obtain exposure on the types of financial statement engagements offered by the firm

    • Assume responsibility for unaudited financial statement engagements or segments of audits under the supervision of more experienced staff

  • When assigned to tax engagements:

    • Become familiar with pertinent IRC sections and regulations

    • Obtain a working knowledge of research techniques and the various research sources available

    • Become proficient in the preparation of corporate, individual, partnership, fiduciary and other tax returns prepared by the firm

    • Assume responsibility for the completion of tax returns under the supervision of more experienced staff

We’re a leading accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Portland, Maine dedicated to serving the needs of mid-size companies. Our goal is to help our clients grow to their potential by providing business services that deliver results. We are looking for exceptional candidates who also want to grow to their potential and would like to be part of a fast-paced entrepreneurial accounting firm.

This paid internship features a highly competitive salary.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer.  Please note that we do not provide sponsorships for internship or entry level positions. Purdy Powers & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PLEASE SUBMIT A COVER LETTER, RESUME AND UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT TO:

Jane Bopp, Human Resources Director

Purdy Powers & Company

jbopp@purdypowers.com