CPA Firm Seasonal Administrative Internship

Thompson Greenspon one of Northern Virginias largest local accounting firms is offering an administrative internship during the upcoming tax season. Located in Fairfax VA Thompson Greenspon has been serving clients since 1956 and is known for our expertise in the areas of construction professional services non-profits government contracting and employee benefit plans. Our primary services include audit and accounting taxation and business consulting.

The Administrative Intern will provide support to the administrative team by assisting with various office tasks and projects. This internship offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to gain hands-on experience in office operations customer service data entry and other administrative duties. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented organized and eager to contribute to a fast-paced work environment.

Internship Information:

• 20 hours per week
• January 2026 through April 2026
• Onsite in Fairfax Virginia office
• $22 per hour

Responsibilities

• Office Support - Assist with general office tasks such as processing mailing requests scanning and organizing documents
• Data Entry - Input and update information into company databases and spreadsheets
• Event Assistance- Help coordinate and execute logistics for firm meetings and events
• Communication - Answers phone calls and other inquiries as needed; relay messages to appropriate staff members
• Document Assistance- Assist with scanning client tax documents preparing client tax return copies and other administrative tasks as needed
• Customer Service Support- Greet visitors and clients
• Team Collaboration - Work closely with other team members and departments to support ongoing projects and initiatives

Qualifications

• Education- Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program (e.g. Business Administration Office Management Communications or related field)
• Experience - Previous administrative or office experience is a plus but not required

Skills

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Learning opportunities

• Gain exposure to day-to-day administrative functions in a professional setting
• Develop organizational communication and project management skills
• Network with professionals in the industry
• Learn about office software management practices and industry-specific tools

Thompson Greenspon is proudly ranked as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post. Ensuring a happy healthy workplace is our top priority. The Firm achieves this by:

• Focusing on a work/life balance with free parking and gym access
• Being one of the top 20 firms headquartered in Virginia the firm provides new challenges opportunities and exposure to all facets of public accounting and a diverse client base while still maintaining a personal collaborative environment
• Fostering career development by providing opportunities for regular training seminars and challenging projects and tasks
• Providing the technology and resources available at larger firms

Partnering in your professional success.

Required Experience:

Junior IC