Affordable Housing Audit Intern

Title: Affordable Housing Audit Intern 

FLSA: Non-exempt 

Location: Flaherty Salmin CPAs, 2300 Buffalo Rd, Building 200, Rochester, NY (On-site)

Work Hours: Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Flaherty Salmin CPAs is a full-service public accounting firm with specialties in affordable housing, small business tax, and peer review. We’re currently hiring paid, full-time interns for the January–April tax season, with a focus on affordable housing tax. This is a great opportunity for accounting students to gain real-world experience in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

We’re looking for motivated, detail-oriented interns who can work full time up to 40 hours per week and part-time interns who can work a minimum of 16 hours per week. We offer a flexible schedule based on availability and workload. We maintain a strong school-first culture with flexible scheduling that prioritizes academic responsibilities. Interns receive hands-on training, support from experienced staff, and access to resources designed to help them grow and succeed. Perks include firm-sponsored lunches, snacks, social events, and opportunities to get involved in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing audit working papers and supporting documentation for affordable housing audit engagements, including importing trial balances and identifying and sorting new accounts.
• Perform read and math checks to ensure the accuracy of figures and calculations in financial statements.
• Use audit software and other technology tools effectively to complete assigned tasks, following the firm’s systems and procedures to maintain consistency and quality.
• Ask questions, seek clarification, and receive feedback to support your learning and improve work quality.
• Work closely with audit staff to complete assignments efficiently and accurately, keeping the team informed of project progress and any issues.
• Participate in team discussions about work objectives, timelines, and take on additional tasks as needed to support the team and client needs.
   

Essential Skills & Abilities

• Basic understanding of professional communication; eager to learn and contribute.
• Willingness to ask questions and be open to feedback for continued development.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including basic Excel formulas and formatting; experience with accounting software is a plus.
   

Education and Experience

Currently enrolled as a sophomore or higher in a relevant bachelor’s degree program (e.g., Accounting, Finance, Business).

Physical Requirements

Typical office environment involving prolonged periods of sitting and computer work, along with the ability to reliably commute and be punctual for scheduled shifts.

Salary Range

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour based on experience