College Recruiting
Careers at KWC
Learn more about careers at KWC in this video which includes interviews with various staff members, including staff accountants, managers and the firm’s Managing Principal.
I started as a tax season intern my senior year of college…everybody was so hands-on teaching– even the Principals were very interested in my professional development.
As I’ve worked my way up as a manager at the firm I still feel that same sense of hands-on with the Principals and other people– so I’ve really enjoyed that they have emphasized my professional and personal development.
KWC Workplace Culture
Learn more about the workplace culture at KWC in this video which includes interviews with various staff members from many departments of the firm.
I started as a staff 1 accountant straight out of college–this is the only ‘adult’ job I have ever had–and frankly I’ve never even looked for another one. And the reason for that is that I felt like KWC was a place that I could grow and thrive, and really create a career that was meaningful to me.
…If you approach your career with an open mind and as an opportunity to see what is out there, then KWC is a good place for you.
Now hiring for: (see tab below for more information)
- Staff Level 1 Accountant (Alexandria, VA and Richmond, VA offices)
- 2028 Tax Season Internship – Alexandria, VA
- 2028 Tax Season Internship – Richmond, VA
- 2028 Summer Internship – Alexandria, VA
- 2028 Summer Internship – Richmond, VA
Entry level public accounting positions are available for both recent and upcoming accounting graduates. We are looking to add several high-quality entry-level accountants to our staff.
Staff accountants can assist in all areas of our practice, including accounting and auditing, tax, and management advisory services. The positions are professionally challenging and have excellent growth potential, while still offering a proper work-life balance. Strong performers are recognized and rewarded for excellence. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package that is competitive with the Big 4 firms.
Relevant experience is valued but not necessary. We offer a formal training program that runs concordant with on-the-job training. We offer flexibility in relation to working in the office or remotely.
We are a growing public accounting firm (top 25 in Virginia, as measured by the number of CPAs on staff) with a great reputation in the business community, diversified practice and a high-tech work environment. KWC was recently named “Top Workplace” by The Washington Post and a 2025 top firm in the Capital Region (Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C. and West Virginia) by Accounting Today magazine. The firm was also recognized the Accounting MOVE Project for 2025 as having the highest percentage of female partners in the nation based on the public accounting firms surveyed. KWC is an independent alliance member of BDO, a national accounting firm. We are located in Alexandria, Virginia, close to the 395 / Edsall Road West Exit and in Richmond, Virginia our location is 4405 Cox Road, Suite 200, Glen Allen, Virginia.
KWC has four working groups; Accounting & Auditing, Business Services, Family Wealth Services, and Client Advisory Services (CAS). Job responsibilities can include the following, depending on the working group:
- Preparation of financial statement audits, reviews and compilations
- Client fieldwork, meetings and correspondence
- Individual, partnership and corporate income tax return preparation and planning
- Pension and not-for-profit return preparation
- Other tax return preparation as needed, including sales tax, business license, personal property, estate and gift returns, payroll tax returns and business registration forms
- Performing outsourced accounting services for clients
Job requirements include the following:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, with a desire to obtain CPA license
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be extremely detail-oriented, thorough and organized
- Professional image and positive attitude
- Team player that wants their voice heard and is receptive to constructive feedback
Please upload your resume and unofficial transcript to the Handshake portal or forward to:
Abanob Mekaeel
Human Resources Generalist
Email: recruitment@kwccpa.com
2028 Tax Season Internship – Alexandria, VA
Location: Alexandria, VA
Schedule: 25 hours per week
Duration: Second week of January – Second week of April 2028
Compensation: Paid Internship
Future Opportunity: Potential to continue as a Summer Intern or Staff Accountant I
Overview
Join KWC, one of Virginia’s Top 25 public accounting firms, for a hands-on Tax Season Internship. You’ll gain practical experience preparing tax returns, working with client engagements, and collaborating with experienced professionals in a supportive learning environment.
The program includes:
- Structured training combined with hands-on client work
- Support from a dedicated mentor, peer buddy, and supervisor
- Regular check-ins to support your growth and development
What We’re Looking For
- Students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting (3.0 GPA preferred)
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- A positive, professional, and collaborative attitude
Why KWC?
- Recognized nationally as one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work For, with a strong commitment to mentorship and career development
- Member of the BDO Alliance USA, providing access to national resources while maintaining a close-knit firm culture
- Opportunity to work with clients across a variety of industries, including nonprofits, government contracting, real estate, and healthcare
Office Location
KWC – Alexandria Office
5270 Shawnee Road, Suite 250
Alexandria, VA 22312
Jumpstart your accounting career with a rewarding internship experience at KWC.
Accounting Tax Internship – January to April 2028
Location: Richmond, VA
Schedule: 25 hours per week
Duration: Second week of January – Second week of April 2028
Compensation: Paid Internship
Future Opportunity: Potential to continue as a Summer Intern or Staff Accountant I
Overview
Join KWC, one of Virginia’s Top 25 public accounting firms, for a hands-on Tax Season Internship. You’ll gain practical experience preparing tax returns, working with client engagements, and collaborating with experienced professionals in a supportive learning environment.
The program includes:
- Structured training combined with hands-on client work
- Support from a dedicated mentor, peer buddy, and supervisor
- Regular check-ins to support your growth and development
What We’re Looking For
- Students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting (3.0 GPA preferred)
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- A positive, professional, and collaborative attitude
Why KWC?
- Recognized nationally as one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work For, with a strong commitment to mentorship and career development
- Member of the BDO Alliance USA, providing access to national resources while maintaining a close-knit firm culture
- Opportunity to work with clients across a variety of industries, including nonprofits, government contracting, real estate, and healthcare
Office Location
Richmond Office
4405 Cox Road, Suite 200
Glen Allen, VA 23060
Jumpstart your accounting career with a rewarding internship experience at KWC.
2028 Summer Internship – Alexandria, VA
Location: Alexandria, VA
Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 24 hours per week
Duration: 6 weeks (Mid June – Late July 2028)
Compensation: Paid Internship
Future Opportunity: Potential to continue as a Tax Season Intern or Staff Accountant I
Overview
Join KWC, one of Virginia’s Top 25 public accounting firms, for a hands-on Summer Internship. Gain valuable experience in public accounting while working alongside experienced professionals and supporting client engagements.
The program includes:
- Structured training combined with hands-on client work
- Exposure to tax, audit, and advisory services
- Guidance from a dedicated mentor, peer buddy, and supervisor
- Regular check-ins to support your learning and professional growth
What We’re Looking For
- Students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting (3.0 GPA preferred)
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- A positive, professional, and collaborative attitude
- Ability to work Tuesday–Thursday (24 hours per week) throughout the internship
Why KWC?
- Recognized nationally as one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work For, with a strong commitment to mentorship and career development
- Member of the BDO Alliance USA, providing access to national resources while maintaining a close-knit, local firm culture
- Opportunity to work with clients across a variety of industries, including nonprofits, government contracting, real estate, healthcare, and closely held businesses
Office Location
KWC – Alexandria Office
5270 Shawnee Road, Suite 250
Alexandria, VA 22312
Jumpstart your accounting career with a rewarding summer internship at KWC.
Location: Richmond, VA
Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 24 hours per week
Duration: 6 weeks (Mid June – Late July 2028)
Compensation: Paid Internship
Future Opportunity: Potential to continue as a Tax Season Intern or Staff Accountant I
Overview
Join KWC, one of Virginia’s Top 25 public accounting firms, for a hands-on Summer Internship. Gain valuable experience in public accounting while working alongside experienced professionals and supporting client engagements.
The program includes:
- Structured training combined with hands-on client work
- Exposure to tax, audit, and advisory services
- Guidance from a dedicated mentor, peer buddy, and supervisor
- Regular check-ins to support your learning and professional growth
What We’re Looking For
- Students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting (3.0 GPA preferred)
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- A positive, professional, and collaborative attitude
- Ability to work Tuesday–Thursday (24 hours per week) throughout the internship
Why KWC?
- Recognized nationally as one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work For, with a strong commitment to mentorship and career development
- Member of the BDO Alliance USA, providing access to national resources while maintaining a close-knit, local firm culture
- Opportunity to work with clients across a variety of industries, including nonprofits, government contracting, real estate, healthcare, and closely held businesses
Office Location
KWC – Richmond Office
4405 Cox Road, Suite 200
Glen Allen, VA 23060
Jumpstart your accounting career with a rewarding summer internship at KWC.
KWC specializes in providing tax, audit, accounting, business consulting services and client advisory services (including outsourced accounting, virtual CFO services, internal control analysis, accounting systems analysis and design) for businesses, individuals, estates, trusts, non-profit organizations, and employee benefit plans. Our diverse client base served includes industries such as professional service firms, government contractors, non-profits, real estate, construction and specialty contractors, and healthcare providers. KWC is the CPA firm clients trust in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Tysons Corner, Springfield, Arlington, the Richmond Metropolitan Area, Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C. and Maryland.