Accounting Advisory Intern — Data-Driven Growth

Crowe; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe, in Chicago, is seeking interns for Accounting Advisory within the Advisory Practice. You will analyze data and deliver tailored business solutions, assist in financial statement work, and help transform accounting processes and standards.

You will prepare reports, discuss findings with clients, and advise on internal controls and risk, gaining early client experience. Successful candidates are on CPA track, excel in academics, and show leadership, communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• On track to CPA eligibility by graduation.
• Strong academic performance and commitment to learning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with data analysis tools.
• Relevant work experience through internships, part-time jobs, or campus involvement.
• Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, and effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive independently and in a team setting.
• Willingness to travel, with travel expectations varying by role.

Responsibilities

• Center on helping clients address complex business needs by analyzing data and delivering tailored business and technology solutions.
• Support financial statement preparation and analysis, transform accounting processes, and implement new accounting standards.
• Conduct fieldwork, prepare workpapers, discuss findings with client management, and develop clear, professional reports in various formats.
• Advise clients on enhancing internal controls, interpreting new standards, and assessing financial and operational risk.
• Grow within a collaborative culture, sharing ideas with clients from day one.

Skills

CPA eligibility

Excel skills

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Education

CPA track in accounting

Accounting, Business, Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Crowe, in Chicago, is seeking interns for Accounting Advisory within the Advisory Practice. You will analyze data and deliver tailored business solutions, assist in financial statement work, and help transform accounting processes and standards.

You will prepare reports, discuss findings with clients, and advise on internal controls and risk, gaining early client experience. Successful candidates are on CPA track, excel in academics, and show leadership, communication, and teamwork.