Assurance Intern: Hands-On Audit Training & Growth

BDO USA; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking an Intern in our Assurance practice in Metairie, LA. You will gain hands-on experience, learn audit processes, and collaborate with seasoned professionals in a mentorship-driven environment.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an accounting degree program, pursuing CPA credentials, and eager to develop strong communication and teamwork skills within a professional services firm.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Accounting, required
• Pursuing a masters degree in Accounting, preferred
• Leadership experience, preferred
• Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Responsibilities

• Participates in a structured on-the-job training program and become familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
• Becomes familiar with BDO specific audit methodology to assist with various stages of the audit process
• Provides various support functions to the audit staff during engagement
• Communicates with the clients' customers, creditors, banks and related parties concerning audit issues
• Prepares and documents work in working papers utilizing BDO specific tools and templates
• Contributes ideas/opinions to the audit teams and listen/respond to other team members’ views
• Completes one assigned accounting or audit related research project and able to present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals
• Other duties as required

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Pursuing Masters in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

BDO USA is seeking an Intern in our Assurance practice in Metairie, LA. You will gain hands-on experience, learn audit processes, and collaborate with seasoned professionals in a mentorship-driven environment.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an accounting degree program, pursuing CPA credentials, and eager to develop strong communication and teamwork skills within a professional services firm.