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You’re at the starting line of your career. Choose a firm that will go the distance with you.
At James Moore & Co., we consider our people to be our strongest asset — because knowledgeable and satisfied team members lead to excellent service for our clients.
So we’re committed to your professional development. From the time we get to know you until you earn your degree (and beyond), you’ll find the tools and opportunities you need to increase your knowledge and skills.
Read more to see what we have to offer, and hit the ground running on your career.
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2025 Leadership Summit
Welcome to the launchpad of your accounting journey! James Moore’s Leadership Summit is your chance to connect with professionals, explore our firm’s culture, and get a head start in your career.
In just one day, you’ll gain insight into life at James Moore, the CPA exam and what your first year as an accountant could look like. Your future starts here!
October 10, 2025 | 8:30 am – 4:45 pm
Internship Opportunities
A James Moore tax internship is more than a semester job with a paycheck. It offers you the opportunity to:
- Start applying your accounting knowledge
- Build your network
- Gain hands-on experience
- Explore career opportunities
You’ll explore what it’s like to work in tax and get invaluable, real-world experience — making you more marketable when you graduate.
Our internships are offered during tax season and require a commitment of at least 20 hours per week from January to mid-April (worked around your class schedule). If you’re 12-18 months from graduation, we’d like to talk to you!
Benefits Designed Around You
Real-World Experience
Real-World
Experience
Contribute to actual client projects and gain meaningful, hands-on exposure to the profession.
Career
Growth
Career
Growth
Explore opportunities for future internships or potential full-time roles upon graduation.
Mentorship
and Support
Mentorship
and Support
Learn directly from seasoned professionals committed to your development and success.
Technology Training
Technology
Training
Receive training in industry-standard software and systems to build relevant, in-demand skills.
Flexible Scheduling
Flexible
Scheduling
We prioritize your academic commitments by offering scheduling options around your classes.
Get the Tools to Succeed
The right guidance is critical as you progress in your career, so we’re with you every step of the way. We’ll give you the tools you need to expand your knowledge, get your CPA license and stay on top of industry news and trends.
CPA Exam Bonus and Reimbursement
CPA Exam Bonus
Get a one-time bonus when you successfully pass your CPA exam. (We’ll also reimburse you for exam expenses!)
PTO for CPA Exam
PTO for CPA Exam
You need time to prepare for and take the exam—so we provide paid time off to accommodate you.
Choose Your Path
Choose Your Path
Not sure of your specialty? Try both tax and audit, and choose your career path as you grow.
Partner/Manager
Accessibility
Partner/Manager
Accessibility
Titles aren't barriers to communication. Our leadership is ready to provide guidance and be a shoulder to lean on.
Leadership
Summit
Leadership
Summit
Our annual event encourages, empowers and educates participants by connecting them with today's firm leaders.
Networking and Development
Networking and Development
We provide opportunities to build relationships, hone communication skills and earn the licenses and/or certifications you need.
Choose Your Path
Whether you’re in the midst of your studies or about to graduate, we have a program for you.
James Moore currently offers four internship tracks. To review each track's path and specific information, hover over the respective track below.
Accounting Controllership Services
As an Accounting Controllership Services Intern, you'll dive into outsourced accounting work and gain real-world experience supporting client operations while applying knowledge to workpapers and assignments to deliver accurate, reliable client data:
- Use accounting software for client data entry, task management and documentation.
- Assist with day-to-day accounting functions such as accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Review journal entries, reconciliations and other transactions prepared by the ACS team.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and research accounting topics to grow your knowledge.
Audit
Audit Interns at James Moore are an essential part of the team, gaining hands-on experience with financial statement audits:
- Perform audit procedures across a variety of financial statement areas.
- Learn how to audit specific accounts including cash, accounts receivable, inventory, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, debt, and general income statement items.
- Propose adjusting journal entries when discrepancies are identified.
- Develop a solid understanding of how to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) through real accounting transactions.
Tax
As a Tax Intern, you'll gain exposure to a variety of tax preparation processes for individuals and businesses:
- Prepare individual income tax returns.
- Assist with business tax returns, including those for partnerships and corporations.
- Support experienced staff with large tax engagements and complex client files.
- Help prepare adjusting journal entries and other bookkeeping tasks.
- Collaborate with other departments and teams to deliver high-quality client service.
Tax Admin
As a Tax Admin Intern, you'll gain exposure to a variety of tax administrative and clerical processes.
- Support the team by organizing and maintaining files, reviewing forms for accuracy, and helping with basic processes
- Interact with other teams and/or departments.
- Complete other tasks, as assigned.
Internship Availability:
Spring
- ACS internships available mid-February through mid-April
- Audit, Tax, and Tax Admin internships available mid-January through late March
Summer
- ACS and Audit internships available from mid-May through early August
Fall
- ACS and Audit internships run mid-August until the week before Thanksgiving
Required Qualifications
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Available to work at least 20 hours per week, with a minimum of 4 hours per day
- Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
- Willing to learn and adapt to various technical platforms
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Preferred Qualifications
- ACS, Tax, and Audit internships: Juniors and Seniors
- Tax Admin Internships: Freshman and Sophomores
- Successful completion (or enrollment prior to internship start) of Tax I or Audit I or equivalent coursework preferred
JumpStart Program
Do you need to work while pursuing your education? Are you seeking a job that will work around your tests and deadlines and is invested in your success in school?
JumpStart is a path for those wanting or needing to work while earning their degree. With flexible scheduling options and Career Advisor and Mentor programs at your disposal, you can start your public accounting career while still in school — and do so with more financial stability than traditional seasonal internships can provide.
It’s a great way to hit the ground running so you can… well, jump start your new career!
Associate Accountant Opportunities
Our associate accountants fill a key role within the firm by contributing to many aspects of our tax and auditing segments. You’ll work in an environment that rewards bright, self-starting, energetic, focused individuals with ever-increasing responsibility and challenges.
Start your career with our six-month rotational program that allows you to:
- Explore your interest in tax and/or audit services
- Discover your accounting strengths and career ambitions
- Learn a variety of skills and diversify your accounting knowledge
This exposure provides you with valuable experience and helps you make an informed decision on your future career path. So no need to choose now. Find out more today about our staff accountant openings!
Awards and Recognition
Named a Best Firm to Work For by Accounting Today several years since 2015
Accounting Today also named us the #1 Best Firm for Women in 2020
Recognized as a Top Recommended Tax & Accounting Firm by Forbes Magazine every year since 2020
Named by the Accounting MOVE Project as a Best Firm for Equity Leadership every year since 2020 and a Best Firm for Women in 2022
Named a Top 200 firm by INSIDE Public Accounting every year since 2010
Ranked by Florida Trend as one of the Top 25 Accounting Firms in Florida every year since 2014
IPA Best of the Best Firms- 2024
2024 Gallagher Best In Class Employer
Top 200 Public Accounting Firms - 2024
Best Accounting Firms to Work For
Accounting MOVE Project
Fastest Growing Firms- 2024
Florida Trend
Reader's Choice
MOVE Best Firm (Women)
Open Positions
Interested in joining our growing team of professionals?
Learn more about our open positions.