Talent.com
Accounting Internship - Summer 2026
Accounting Internship - Summer 2026WellsColeman • Richmond, VA, US
No longer accepting applications
Accounting Internship - Summer 2026

Accounting Internship - Summer 2026

WellsColeman • Richmond, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
  • Internship
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Firm Overview

WellsColeman is a business advisory, tax, and accounting firm based in Richmond, serving its clients for over 80 years. WellsColeman forms a deep connection with our team, clients and community to invest in their success. We strive to balance exceptional client service, family focus, and financial success while attracting and retaining top talent. As a 14-time recipient of Virginia Business’ Best Places to Work award, our firm culture is a testament to our commitment to our team.

Our Core Values

  • Culture : Make a difference in the lives of clients, team members, and the community while having fun.
  • Accountability : Deliver excellent results to our team, and our clients.
  • Relationships : Build strong relationships with our team and our clients through active listening, clear communication, and exceptional service.
  • Excellence : Consistently exceed client expectations with high-quality work delivered on time.

Summary of the Role

We are seeking Accounting Interns for Summer 2026 to work onsite in our Richmond office. This position has the potential to become a direct hire in a full time position after graduation. Applications for this opportunity will be accepted through October 15 at 11 : 59pm EST. After the posting closes, we will review candidates and reach out to those selected based on our criteria.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Gain familiarity with paperless audits and audit software, audit objectives and current auditing pronouncements, practical application of accounting principles and financial statement disclosures.
  • Gain familiarity with accounting, tax, and fixed asset tracking software, federal and state tax laws as well as their effects on businesses and individuals and how to apply them to differing situations.
  • Develop analytical skills to identify and advise on potential tax issues as well as basic tax research skills.
  • Develop effective communication and interpersonal skills as well as basic research skills regarding accounting and auditing issues.
  • Essential Functions

    Perform a variety of tasks under direct supervision of senior staff accountant or manager, including the following :

  • Prepare individual, partnership and corporate tax returns and related workpapers
  • Prepare audit, review and compilation workpapers
  • Prepare financial statements
  • Perform research on specific audit and tax issues as directed by senior staff
  • Perform data input and analysis
  • Assist with onsite financial statement audits at client offices
  • Assist with employee benefit plan audits
  • Complete audit test work in areas including cash, receivables, and fixed assets
  • Prepare reconciliations
  • Assist with preparation of financial statements
  • Prepare federal and state tax returns for a variety of entity types
  • Prepare and record adjusting journal entries in order to complete trial balance
  • Calculate depreciation and amortization and prepare schedules of property and equipment
  • Assist senior staff as needed
  • Maintain positive attitude and desire to succeed
  • Requirements

  • Must be a Junior, Senior, or Master’s student pursuing a degree in Accounting
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 preferred
  • Interest in pursuing a career in public accounting and taking the CPA exam
  • Reliable transportation for social events and client visits
  • Ability to work at least 32 hours per week for a minimum of 6 consecutive weeks
  • Why WellsColeman?

    At WellsColeman, we C-A-R-E. Our culture is rooted in open, honest, and effective communication, and we strive to exceed the expectations of our team members and clients. We provide a dynamic work environment where your professional growth is a priority, and your contributions are valued. If you are a detail-oriented and highly organized professional with a passion for accounting, we invite you to join our team.

    Create a job alert for this search

    Internship Summer 2026 • Richmond, VA, US

    Related jobs
    Operations Internship, Spring 2026

    Operations Internship, Spring 2026

    J.B. Hunt • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time +1
    Operations Internship, Spring 2026.Under close supervision, this position will gain hands-on experience supporting transportation brokerage operations. This role gains exposure to market dynamics, c...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Summer 2026 Tax Intern - Richmond

    Summer 2026 Tax Intern - Richmond

    Cherry Bekaert Advisory, LLC • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients.At Cherry Bekaert w...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Tax Intern | Summer 2026

    Tax Intern | Summer 2026

    Yount Hyde & Barbour PC • Henrico, VA, US
    Full-time
    Ready to enhance your accounting expertise? YHB offers the opportunity for individual and professional development.For the duration of our 8-week summer internship program, you'll be able to ga...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Advisory Intern, BDO Capital Advisors - Summer 2026 (Richmond)

    Advisory Intern, BDO Capital Advisors - Summer 2026 (Richmond)

    BDO USA (Campus) • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who think and act like entrepreneurs.The BDO Capital Advisors (BCA) Intern will be responsible for utilizing their educational background and organization...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Summer 2026 Intern

    Summer 2026 Intern

    Keiter • Glen Allen, VA, US
    Full-time
    Help people achieve their full potential while pursuing their purpose at home, at work, and in the community.Innovation - Collaboration - Accountability Relationships. A firm that is committed to ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Summer Analyst, Investment Banking, BDO Capital Advisors - Summer 2026 (Richmond)

    Summer Analyst, Investment Banking, BDO Capital Advisors - Summer 2026 (Richmond)

    BDO USA (Campus) • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who think and act like entrepreneurs.The BDO Capital Advisors (BCA) Intern will be responsible for utilizing their educational background and organization...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Core Tax Intern - Summer 2026 (Richmond)

    Core Tax Intern - Summer 2026 (Richmond)

    BDO USA (Campus) • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs.The Tax Intern, Core Tax Services will be responsible for utilizing their educational background as well as organ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Summer 2027 Audit Intern - Richmond

    Summer 2027 Audit Intern - Richmond

    Cherry Bekaert • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    Summer 2027 Audit Intern - Richmond.Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance, and tax servic...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Summer 2026 Tax Intern - Richmond

    Summer 2026 Tax Intern - Richmond

    Cherry Bekaert • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    Summer 2026 Tax Intern - Richmond.Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance, and tax services...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Procurement and Logistics Intern - Summer 2026

    Procurement and Logistics Intern - Summer 2026

    ABB • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner.Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Internship

    Internship

    The Davey Tree Expert Company • Richmond, VA, US
    Internship
    Commercial Landscape Internship.Richmond, VA, Suffolk, VA, Yorktown, VA.Commercial Landscape Internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company. Currently accepting applications for a field-based Interns...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Spring 2026 Audit Intern

    Spring 2026 Audit Intern

    Keiter • Glen Allen, VA, US
    Full-time
    Help people achieve their full potential while pursuing their purpose at home, at work, and in the community.Innovation - Collaboration - Accountability - Relationships. A firm that is committed to...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Summer 2026 Audit Intern - Richmond

    Summer 2026 Audit Intern - Richmond

    Cherry Bekaert Advisory, LLC • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients.At Cherry Bekaert w...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Meadows Urquhart Summer Accounting Externship 2026

    Meadows Urquhart Summer Accounting Externship 2026

    Meadows Urquhart • Richmond, VA, US
    Temporary
    Quick Apply
    Meadows Urquhart summer externship gives you the opportunity to view what life is like inside an accounting firm.You will make valuable connections while networking with your peers and our professi...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    2026 Summer Accounting Internship

    2026 Summer Accounting Internship

    Meadows Urquhart • Richmond, VA, US
    Internship
    Accounting Professional Development Opportunity.Are you an Accounting Major looking to build your professional skills? Work alongside successful accounting professionals at Meadows Urquhart and rec...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Summer 2026 Audit Intern - Richmond

    Summer 2026 Audit Intern - Richmond

    Cherry Bekaert • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    Summer 2026 Audit Intern - Richmond.Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance, and tax servic...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Summer 2026 Management and Sales Intern

    Summer 2026 Management and Sales Intern

    Sherwin Williams • Glen Allen, VA, US
    Full-time
    Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Internship.The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Internship is a paid, 10-12-week summer program offering hands-on experience in our retail stores, providing i...Show more
    Last updated: 26 days ago • Promoted
    Spring 2026 Tax Intern

    Spring 2026 Tax Intern

    Keiter • Glen Allen, VA, US
    Full-time
    Job Category : Tax & Consulting Services.Requisition Number : SPRIN001190.Location : Keiter, Glen Allen, VA 23060, USA.Help people achieve their full potential while pursuing their purpose at home, a...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Audit & Assurance Discovery Intern (Sophomore / Junior) Accounting Profile Summer 2026

    Audit & Assurance Discovery Intern (Sophomore / Junior) Accounting Profile Summer 2026

    Deloitte • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time
    Recruiting tips From developing a stand out resume to putting your best foot forward in the interview, we want you to feel prepared and confident as you explore opportunities at Deloitte.Check out ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    2026 Summer Professional Staff Internship

    2026 Summer Professional Staff Internship

    Virginia Department of Human Resource Management • Richmond, VA, US
    Full-time +2
    Summer Professional Staff Internship.Aspiring professionals in public policy, executive management, business, and related fields are invited to apply to our 2026 Internship Program at the Office of...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted