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Beacon

Summer Leadership Experience

A Deep Dive Into Your Future in Public Accounting

Pensacola, FL

Wednesday, May 6

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Tampa, FL

Wednesday, May 13

APPLY

Beacon 2025: Applications are closed—see you in 2026!

Our exclusive, in-person summer leadership experience is the perfect setting to connect with our team and accounting peers.

  • Build Relationships: You’ll have the opportunity to meet our team, firm leadership, and students from other universities as you begin your career.

  • Learn & Collaborate: Prepare for life after the classroom with interactive discussions and team-building activities with peers.

  • Explore Life in Public Accounting: Gain valuable insight from others who have been in your shoes. From managing client deadlines to the CPA exam and beyond, we'll share all we know!

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Beacon FAQs

"Why apply for Beacon?"

This engaging and interactive program is designed for accounting students and related majors interested in learning more about the career path of a CPA and getting the full Saltmarsh experience! Beacon is our primary source for internship interviews and a key pathway to our internship opportunities, with Beacon attendees consistently standing out as top candidates.

"Am I eligible for Beacon?"

To be eligible for Beacon, you must be within 2-3 years of completing your accounting program (150 hours) and carry an overall GPA of at least 3.0.

"Is there a fee to attend Beacon?"

Nope! There is no fee to apply or attend Beacon. Meals during the event are covered by Saltmarsh.

"Who can assist me?"

If you have any questions about Beacon, please contact our Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Maddie McGillis at maddie.mcgillis@saltmarshadvisors.com.

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What Our Beacon Alumni Say...

"At Beacon, I understood what was important to the firm and its leaders, and thoroughly enjoyed experiencing the culture during that time. After taking a full-time position with Saltmarsh, I can say that the culture has held true, and the firm fundamentals are still as important in our daily work as they were impressed to me years ago."

- Jess Schultz, CPA | Audit Manager

“The Beacon program helped me better understand how tax and audit compare, including what makes each role unique and where they overlap. It also gave me a clearer picture of what I was getting into career-wise, especially since I didn't know many people in the accounting world. Overall, it was a great way to get my feet wet!”

- Brian Brown | Tax Staff

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Have Questions? Contact Maddie McGillis, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, at maddie.mcgillis@saltmarshadvisors.com or call (800) 477-7458.