Accounting Internship - Summer 2026

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.

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.