2027 Winter Audit Internship - St. Louis

uhyus; Maplewood (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

group health insurance

dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plans

generous PTO allowances

Job summary

UHY is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in audit and assurance. You will work with experienced professionals on real client engagements, supporting data entry, documentation, testing, and analysis to enhance financial reporting accuracy.

This temporary internship (<6 months) offers training, exposure to audit software, and a collaborative environment that emphasizes ethics and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of relevant internship or work experience.
• Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing accounting, finance, or related field.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with audit teams to perform data entry, documentation preparation, and basic analysis of financial information.
• Assist in conducting audit procedures, including substantive testing and control testing.
• Support the maintenance of audit files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm standards.
• Assist in the preparation of workpapers and audit reports.
• Assist in compiling financial data, transactions, and other relevant information for audit analysis.
• Participate in basic analytical procedures to identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues.
• Utilize audit software and tools to input data, extract reports, and support audit processes.
• Communicate effectively with audit team members to provide updates and ask questions when needed.

Skills

Data entry

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree (pursuing)

High School Diploma or GED

GPA 3.0 or higher (preferred)

Tools

Audit software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

As an Audit Intern, you will have the unique opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of audit and assurance. This role offers hands‑on exposure to real-world audit engagements, working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for our diverse clientele.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Collaborate with audit teams to perform tasks such as data entry, documentation preparation, and basic analysis of financial information
• Assist in conducting audit procedures, including substantive testing and control testing
• Support the maintenance of audit files and documentation, ensuring they are accurate, organized, and compliant with firm standards
• Assist in the preparation of workpapers and audit reports
• Assist in compiling financial data, transactions, and other relevant information for audit analysis
• Participate in basic analytical procedures to identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues
• Actively engage in training sessions and learning opportunities to enhance your understanding of audit concepts, practices, and software tools
• Seek guidance from audit team members to expand your knowledge and skill set
• Utilize audit software and tools to input data, extract reports, and support audit processes
• Learn to navigate and utilize various software applications commonly used in auditing
• Communicate effectively with audit team members to provide updates on tasks, share insights, and ask questions when needed
• Maintain open lines of communication to foster a collaborative work environment
• Pay close attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and completeness of work assigned.
• Highlight any discrepancies or concerns to senior auditors for further review
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, professionalism, and a commitment to learning and contributing to the audit team's success
• Uphold the firm's ethical standards and values

SUPERVISORY responsibilities

None

Work environment

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time

Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time

Travel required

Travel, if required, is unpredictable and will depend on a client's needs

Required education and experience

• 0 - 1 year of relevant experience
• Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• High School Diploma or GED or High School equivalent certificate

Preferred education and experience

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Duration

This is a temporary, less than six (6) month, internship position

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHO WE ARE

UHY is one of the nation's largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360-degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients' business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

• group health insurance
• dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plans
• generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.