Assurance Internship: CPA Prep & Mentorship

Sorren, Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays including winter break

Parental leave

CPA exam support

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

Sorren, Inc. is seeking a motivated student for an accounting/audit support role in Saint Petersburg, FL. You will assist with assurance procedures, help prepare workpapers, and learn GAAP/GAAS while working closely with supervisors.

You’ll develop skills in auditing, financial statement prep, and client industry knowledge, with opportunities for mentorship, training, and hands-on experience in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Understanding of audit standards and ability to adapt to changes.
• Proficiency in learning and utilizing audit‑related software and tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Accurate mathematical and accounting skills.
• Ability to follow firm procedures and deliver high‑quality work.
• Full‑time commitment and flexibility to work beyond regular hours to meet team deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assigned assurance procedures, including audits, reviews, compilations, and agreed‑upon procedures
• Help reconcile workpapers to trial balance accounts and maintain neat, complete, and organized documentation
• Learn and apply basic concepts of GAAP, GAAS, and other financial reporting frameworks
• Assist in determining testing scope, selecting samples, and applying an audit mindset
• Support the preparation of draft financial statements and help identify potential issues for discussion
• Manage assigned tasks and workload with guidance from supervisors to meet project deadlines
• Communicate progress to team members and actively participate in team meetings
• Begin developing an understanding of client industries and relevant audit considerations
• Participate in team training sessions, independent learning, and firm events to build skills and knowledge
• Perform other duties and display flexibility to take on a variety of responsibilities assigned by firm leadership
• Meet agreed upon targets to fulfill individual performance and overall firm productivity

Skills

Audit standards

Audit software

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Math & accounting

Follow firm procedures

Full-time commitment

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Sorren, Inc. is seeking a motivated student for an accounting/audit support role in Saint Petersburg, FL. You will assist with assurance procedures, help prepare workpapers, and learn GAAP/GAAS while working closely with supervisors.

You’ll develop skills in auditing, financial statement prep, and client industry knowledge, with opportunities for mentorship, training, and hands-on experience in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.