Accounting Intern Jobs in New Jersey
Accounting Intern jobs in New Jersey draw consistent demand across the state's dense concentration of financial services, pharmaceuticals, and Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, with openings ranging from first-year undergraduate placements to pre-CPA graduate roles. Newark, Princeton, and Parsippany are the most active hiring areas, anchored by employers such as Johnson & Johnson, Prudential Financial, and Cognizant. Tax compliance, financial reporting, and audit support are the most in-demand specialties in New Jersey listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Dare to bring your unique perspective?
At Novogradac, we value individuals who bring unique perspectives and bold ideas. If you’re eager to contribute to an inclusive, innovative environment where your personal and professional growth is encouraged and supported, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us. Novogradac is hiring Staff Accountant Interns to explore our firm for summer 2027 (Mid-May 2027 through the middle of August 2027).
Position Summary
This distinct internship program is designed to expose the future leaders of public accounting not only to our partners, but also to our business and how we empower our clients' businesses. Our trendsetting interns learn hands-on what it takes to be a staff accountant for a growing national CPA firm by tackling a variety of different assignments, including audit, tax preparation and research. Novogradac believes in giving our interns a real-life business experience and compensating you well while you’re here. Some positions at Novogradac may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs. Please discuss available options with your recruiter.
Your Contributions and Responsibilities
- Complete tax and/or audit engagements for designated clients as directed by your Supervisor or Manager
- Identify and communicate potential problem areas during engagements
- Conduct business-specific research – gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports and make recommendations to principals and partners
- Develop effective client relationships through professionalism and follow-through
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Your Background and Skills
- Working toward a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance (obtained degree is a plus), and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience
- GPA of 3.20 or higher
- Preferred completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course and preferably on track or already qualified to sit for the CPA examination
- Exhibit a basic understanding of accounting and tax rules
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Perform work accurately and in a time-efficient manner with strong attention to detail, organization and follow-through
- Ability to work under close supervision and accept constructive feedback, making adjustments as directed
- Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment with both colleagues and clients
- Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word & Excel) and report writing tools
Why work with us?
Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow. We believe in offering a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and work-life integration.
We are proud to offer
- Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
- Flexible working hours and work arrangements
- Remote and hybrid opportunities
- Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities
The benefits of joining our team
- Strong growth opportunities
- Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration
- Dress for your day policy
- Resources of a national firm
- Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment
- Compensation: $27/hr
Don’t Meet Every Single Qualification?
After reviewing this job posting, are you hesitating to apply because you don’t meet all the listed requirements? At Novogradac, we are dedicated to building a workplace supported by unique perspectives and experiences, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
You may still be the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.
Get to know us better!
We’re Novogradac, a national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco. Founded in 1989, the allied group of Novogradac companies has grown to more than 900 employees and partners with more than 25 offices throughout the country.
Novogradac is one of the nation’s top 40 certified public accounting and consulting firms and is a recognized leader in real estate and community development. Novogradac provides publicly and privately held national enterprises with a full spectrum of audit, tax, valuation, expert witness and litigation support, property compliance and general consulting services and works extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation and renewable energy fields.
Ready to learn more?
This is a paid internship. To be considered for this position, interested candidates MUST apply via our company website: https://www.novoco.com/careers.
Commitment to Inclusion
Novogradac is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, making reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence.
At Novogradac, we offer a variety of Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups to provide all employees with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and support one another in the workplace.
Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac’s culture is centered on education, acceptance, innovation and opportunity. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring to Novogradac no matter their age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce.
By submitting an application with us, you are providing Novogradac with personal information. More information on how we use your personal information may be found in our Privacy Notice at Collection.
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Dare to bring your unique perspective?
At Novogradac, we value individuals who bring unique perspectives and bold ideas. If you’re eager to contribute to an inclusive, innovative environment where your personal and professional growth is encouraged and supported, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us. Novogradac is hiring Staff Accountant Interns to explore our firm for summer 2027 (Mid-May 2027 through the middle of August 2027).
Position Summary
This distinct internship program is designed to expose the future leaders of public accounting not only to our partners, but also to our business and how we empower our clients' businesses. Our trendsetting interns learn hands-on what it takes to be a staff accountant for a growing national CPA firm by tackling a variety of different assignments, including audit, tax preparation and research. Novogradac believes in giving our interns a real-life business experience and compensating you well while you’re here. Some positions at Novogradac may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs. Please discuss available options with your recruiter.
Your Contributions and Responsibilities
- Complete tax and/or audit engagements for designated clients as directed by your Supervisor or Manager
- Identify and communicate potential problem areas during engagements
- Conduct business-specific research – gather and analyze data, interpret results, compile reports and make recommendations to principals and partners
- Develop effective client relationships through professionalism and follow-through
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Your Background and Skills
- Working toward a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance (obtained degree is a plus), and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience
- GPA of 3.20 or higher
- Preferred completion of at least one Intermediate Accounting course and preferably on track or already qualified to sit for the CPA examination
- Exhibit a basic understanding of accounting and tax rules
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Perform work accurately and in a time-efficient manner with strong attention to detail, organization and follow-through
- Ability to work under close supervision and accept constructive feedback, making adjustments as directed
- Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment with both colleagues and clients
- Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word & Excel) and report writing tools
Why work with us?
Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow. We believe in offering a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and work-life integration.
We are proud to offer
- Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
- Flexible working hours and work arrangements
- Remote and hybrid opportunities
- Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities
The benefits of joining our team
- Strong growth opportunities
- Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration
- Dress for your day policy
- Resources of a national firm
- Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment
- Compensation: $27/hr
Don’t Meet Every Single Qualification?
After reviewing this job posting, are you hesitating to apply because you don’t meet all the listed requirements? At Novogradac, we are dedicated to building a workplace supported by unique perspectives and experiences, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
You may still be the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.
Get to know us better!
We’re Novogradac, a national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco. Founded in 1989, the allied group of Novogradac companies has grown to more than 900 employees and partners with more than 25 offices throughout the country.
Novogradac is one of the nation’s top 40 certified public accounting and consulting firms and is a recognized leader in real estate and community development. Novogradac provides publicly and privately held national enterprises with a full spectrum of audit, tax, valuation, expert witness and litigation support, property compliance and general consulting services and works extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation and renewable energy fields.
Ready to learn more?
This is a paid internship. To be considered for this position, interested candidates MUST apply via our company website: https://www.novoco.com/careers.
Commitment to Inclusion
Novogradac is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, making reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence.
At Novogradac, we offer a variety of Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups to provide all employees with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and support one another in the workplace.
Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac’s culture is centered on education, acceptance, innovation and opportunity. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring to Novogradac no matter their age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce.
By submitting an application with us, you are providing Novogradac with personal information. More information on how we use your personal information may be found in our Privacy Notice at Collection.
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Accounting Intern Job Market in New Jersey
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accounting intern jobs across New Jersey.
- Currently enrolled in an accounting, finance, or related bachelor's or master's degree program
- Coursework completed in financial accounting, managerial accounting, or auditing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and basic financial modeling
- Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets accurately
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration
Accounting Intern Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a accounting intern in New Jersey?
Accounting intern roles in New Jersey are open to students actively enrolled in an accredited accounting or finance program, typically at the sophomore level or above. New Jersey does not require a state license to work as an intern, but candidates who have completed coursework aligned with the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy's CPA exam prerequisites, including courses in auditing and business law, stand out to employers. Targeting firms near Newark, Princeton, or Parsippany gives the broadest access to openings.
Which companies hire accounting interns in New Jersey?
Employers hiring accounting interns in New Jersey right now include Avis Budget, Gomez Development, and Church & Dwight, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New Jersey's mix of major pharmaceutical headquarters, financial services companies, and large public accounting firms creates steady intern demand throughout the recruiting cycle.
Which New Jersey cities have the most accounting intern jobs?
Ewing, Union, and Toms River have the most accounting intern openings in New Jersey. Newark leads because of its concentration of financial institutions and Big Four satellite offices, while Princeton and Parsippany attract interns through the corporate headquarters of pharmaceutical and technology companies that maintain large finance teams in those areas.
Are there remote accounting intern jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, though they are less common than fully on-site placements. About 67% of accounting intern openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employers' preference for in-person training during an internship. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are financial data analysis and report preparation rather than reconciliation or audit support work.
How can I get hired as a accounting intern in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to structured summer internship programs run by large New Jersey employers, including the intern rotations at Prudential Financial and the campus recruiting programs at regional public accounting firms based in Newark and Roseland. Completing the core accounting sequence required by the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy and earning a passing score on one CPA exam section before graduation signals readiness. Adjacent roles such as accounts payable clerk or finance department work-study also provide the hands-on exposure that New Jersey employers look for in candidates without prior internship experience.
Where can I find and apply to accounting intern jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to accounting intern jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your qualifications and preferred location, and apply directly to each position.
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