Assurance Intern: Hands-On Auditing Experience

BDO USA, LLP; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP in Hattiesburg seeks an Audit Assurance Intern to apply classroom knowledge to client work and gain hands-on experience. You will learn GAAP/GAAS, assist audit staff, and receive coaching from senior team members.

The internship emphasizes problem solving, teamwork, and communication, with structured on-the-job training and exposure to BDO methodologies and client engagements.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Accounting.
• Pursuing a master's degree in Accounting, preferred.
• Active CPA eligibility or pursuit is encouraged.
• Experience in leadership or team-based activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participates in structured on-the-job training and becomes familiar with GAAP and GAAS.
• Becomes familiar with BDO audit methodologies to assist with audit stages.
• Provides support functions to the audit staff during engagements.
• Communicates with clients and related parties regarding audit issues.
• Prepares and documents work in working papers using BDO templates.
• Contributes ideas to audit teams and presents to peers.
• Completes assigned accounting or audit-related research and presents findings.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Pursuing a Master's in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

BDO USA, LLP in Hattiesburg seeks an Audit Assurance Intern to apply classroom knowledge to client work and gain hands-on experience. You will learn GAAP/GAAS, assist audit staff, and receive coaching from senior team members.

The internship emphasizes problem solving, teamwork, and communication, with structured on-the-job training and exposure to BDO methodologies and client engagements.