Audit Intern

Hood & Associates CPAs, PC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hood & Associates CPAs, PC is seeking an Audit Intern to support the assurance team with audit and compliance procedures across nonprofit, governmental, and commercial entities. You will work under supervision to gain practical experience in fieldwork, workpapers, and client service responsibilities.

The role offers exposure to audit software, client portals, and a workflow-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow in responsibility and client impact.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Prior internship, accounting coursework, or office experience preferred.
• Interest in pursuing a CPA license or career in public accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit teams with fieldwork and task-based assignments for financial statement audits and other assurance services.
• Enter and organize client financial information into audit software and workpapers.
• Perform assigned audit procedures with guidance from senior team members.
• Assist with preparation of audit documentation, confirmations, schedules, and supporting workpapers.
• Obtain and organize information via client portals and electronic file-sharing systems.
• Communicate questions or issues to the Senior Audit Manager or engagement leadership.
• Support teams in meeting deadlines and maintaining efficient workflows.
• Assist with administrative and organizational tasks related to audit engagements.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to firm policies and standards.
• Maintain a targeted billable percentage of ~75% and realization goals established by the firm.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree enrollment in Accounting/Finance

Prior internship or accounting coursework

Pursuit of CPA license or public accounting career

Tools

Audit software

Client portals

Job description

At Hood & Associates CPAs, PC, we provide a full range of audit and assurance services to support our clients' financial integrity and compliance. As we continue to grow, we value people who bring a strong work ethic, deliver consistent high-quality work, and embrace practical modernization through simple, efficient technology and processes. Our team is direct and accountable. They follow through and perform at a high level and have meaningful opportunities to grow in responsibility and client impact. Strong contributors are recognized and rewarded fairly and consistently. We keep expectations realistic and sustainable because long-term excellence depends on respecting people's lives outside the office and the families they care about.

Due to continued growth, Hood & Associates, CPA's, is hiring an Audit intern to support the assurance team with audit and compliance procedures across a variety of client engagements, including nonprofit, governmental, and commercial entities. The Audit Intern will work under the supervision of Senior Audit Managers, Managers, Senior and Staff Auditors while gaining practical experience in audit fieldwork, workpaper preparation, and client service responsibilities.

What You Will Do

• Assist audit teams with engagement fieldwork and task-based assignments in support of financial statement audits and other assurance services.
• Enter and organize client financial information into audit software and workpaper systems.
• Perform assigned audit procedures with guidance from senior team members.
• Assist with preparation of audit documentation, confirmations, schedules, and supporting workpapers.
• Obtain and organize information received through client portals and electronic file-sharing systems.
• Communicate questions, findings, or issues identified during audit procedures to the Senior Audit Manager or assigned engagement leadership.
• Support engagement teams in meeting deadlines and maintaining efficient workflow processes.
• Assist with administrative and organizational tasks related to audit engagements as needed.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to firm policies and professional standards.
• Maintain a targeted billable percentage of approximately 75% and realization goals established by the firm.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience and Education you will need

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Prior internship, accounting coursework, or office experience preferred.
• Interest in pursuing a CPA license or career in public accounting preferred.

Who You Are

• You have a foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• You demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• You are dependable and able to meet deadlines while producing accurate work.
• You are willing to learn new technologies, audit software, and firm processes.
• You communicate professionally and work effectively within a team environment.
• You maintain confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards in all work performed.
• You are adaptable, coachable, and open to constructive feedback.
• You demonstrate professionalism in communication, behavior, attendance, and work ethic.
• You contribute positively to team culture through collaboration, accountability, and respect for others.
• You are motivated to grow professionally and gain hands‑on experience in assurance services.

What's In It For You

You will join an audit team that has a teamworking environment that provides high quality service. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, our gender-balanced leadership group reflects our belief in the power of varied perspectives to drive innovation.

Importantly, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes trust, collaboration, and having fun. We work hard and value rest.

EEO and Diversity Statement

Hood & Associates CPA's is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, compensate, develop, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic or activity in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please tell us.

At Hood & Associates CPA's, we champion a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on diversity, and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We are one team from many backgrounds, innovating through diversity of individuals, who are driven by a passion for creating an inclusive space for all. Believing a culture of equality creates a stronger work environment for all employees and that we are all accountable for encouraging and celebrating diverse voices, Hood & Associates CPA's will continue to champion a workplace culture that prizes diversity and inclusivity.