Audit Intern

Clark Schaefer Hackett; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Schaefer Hackett in East Lansing, MI seeks an Audit Intern for peak season 2027. The role supports audit engagements, data analysis, and documentation of financial information for client engagements.

You will assist in fieldwork, including testing internal controls and substantive procedures, and help prepare working papers and reports. Strong Excel/Office skills and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in accounting, finance, or related field with GPA 3.0+.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and coursework in Financial/Managerial Accounting.
• Entry-level internship requiring availability for full-time hours.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit engagements for clients across diverse industries.
• Gather, analyze, and document financial data for audit purposes.
• Test internal controls and perform substantive testing during fieldwork.
• Assist in preparing working papers and audit reports.
• Collaborate with team members to identify issues and suggest improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance degree (bachelor's or master's)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Audit Intern – Peak Season 2027 | Clark Schaefer Hackett

The Tone: This is an Audit Intern internship at Clark Schaefer Hackett, located in East Lansing, MI. Clark Schaefer Hackett is dedicated to developing talent and offering opportunities for growth within the accounting and auditing profession. This role is essential for gaining valuable experience by applying academic knowledge to real-world client engagements and contributing to impactful projects.

The TL;DR

• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person East Lansing, MI
• Mission: Support a variety of audit and assurance engagements for clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), technology for data analytics, technology for process automation

What You’ll Actually Do

• Execute: Assist in executing audit engagements for clients across diverse industries.
• Analyze: Gather, analyze, and document financial data for audit purposes.
• Test: Participate in fieldwork, including testing internal controls and conducting substantive testing.
• Report: Contribute to the preparation of working papers and comprehensive audit reports.
• Collaborate: Work with team members to identify issues and recommend practical improvements.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in accounting, finance, or a related field, with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Candidates should possess a basic understanding of accounting principles and have completed coursework in Financial and Managerial Accounting. This is an Entry-Level role.
• Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Availability to work full-time, approximately 40-55 hours per week, including potential overtime during tax season.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.