Assurance Intern: Hybrid Audit, Travel & Growth

RSM US LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP is seeking an accounting internship in Chicago to gain hands-on experience with clients across various industries. You will work on multiple engagements, understand client needs, and learn the RSM audit approach while developing your skills in GAAP and GAAS.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication in a hybrid work setting. You’ll travel to client locations and contribute to drafting financial statements, with the opportunity to grow professionally in a

Qualifications

• 90 credit hours completed.
• Pursuing a B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent; Accounting major.
• Travel to assigned client locations is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Understanding clients' needs and expectations, their business and industry, accounting and control systems, employees, company values and GAAP/GAAS issues.
• Developing an understanding of the RSM audit approach and tools.
• Assessing risks and evaluating the client's internal control structure.
• Performing substantive tests and tests of internal controls to identify and resolve accounting or reporting issues.
• Drafting financial statements under prescribed formats.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

90 credit hours completed

B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent

Accounting Major

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RSM US LLP is seeking an accounting internship in Chicago to gain hands-on experience with clients across various industries. You will work on multiple engagements, understand client needs, and learn the RSM audit approach while developing your skills in GAAP and GAAS.

This role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication in a hybrid work setting. You’ll travel to client locations and contribute to drafting financial statements, with the opportunity to grow professionally in a