Accounting Intern - Winter 2027

Fenner, Melstrom & Dooling, PLC is an independent CPA and advisory firm providing accounting, tax, audit, and advisory services. The Accounting Intern will gain practical experience across public accounting service areas by supporting tax, accounting, audit, advisory, client communication, technology, and engagement activities.

What you'll do:

• Perform diversified tax, audit, advisory, and consulting assignments; assist with engagement planning, scheduling, information gathering, testing, research, documentation, and reporting
• Assist with individual, business, partnership, trust, estate, and other tax returns and related workpapers, as assigned
• Compile and analyze financial information; test and document transactions; prepare workpapers; and assist with compilations, reviews, audits, financial statements, and footnotes under U.S. GAAP and applicable standards
• Support research, financial analysis, projections, budgeting and forecasting, or other advisory projects based on client needs and experience level
• Prepare routine correspondence, organize client-provided information, identify open questions, and communicate professionally with team members and clients
• Use cutting edge technology including tax, accounting, audit, workflow, research and A.I. tools
• Complete assignments accurately and efficiently, maintain organized documentation, manage competing priorities, and meet client and firm deadlines
• Apply firm policies, professional standards, ethical requirements, and confidentiality expectations to all work
• Seek and apply feedback, participate in training, support colleagues, contribute to a positive team environment, and travel to client locations or perform other duties as needed

What they're looking for:

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or a closely related field; introductory accounting coursework completed (preferred)
• Genuine interest in public accounting and continued learning; interest in CPA eligibility and licensure is encouraged
• Effective written and verbal skills; ability to ask thoughtful questions, listen actively, and interact professionally
• Strong work ethic, dependable follow-through, a can-do attitude, and ability to collaborate
• Ability to prioritize assignments, manage time, adapt to changing needs, and meet deadlines

Benefits:

• Named one of Southeast Michigan's Best Places to Work by Crain's Detroit Business for four consecutive years.
• A paid parking pass for the downtown Birmingham office.
• Office snacks and Saturday lunch during busy season.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment with firmwide relationships.
• A walkable location near restaurants, shopping, and community activities.