Audit Intern

Hood & Associates CPAs; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Hood & Associates CPAs, PC in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Audit Intern to support the assurance team. You will assist with fieldwork, enter and organize client financial information into audit software, and help prepare working papers under supervision.

This in-office role provides exposure to nonprofit, governmental, and commercial engagements, with a focus on professional development, confidentiality, and timely delivery while you pursue a CPA track.

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 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.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Ethical standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Title: Audit Intern
Reports to: Senior Audit Manager
Location: In-Office in Kansas City, MO

Budget: $20/hr (Max - 25 hrs/week)

About the Role

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,ishiring 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.

Experienceand Educationyou 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 ItForYou

You will join an audit team that has a teamwork 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 andDiversityStatement

Hood & Associates CPA'sis 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.

AtHood & Associates CPA's, we champion a vibrant workplace culture thatthrives ondiversity,andwedo not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We are one team from many backgrounds, innovating through diversity of individuals, who are driven byapassion 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 & AssociatesCPA'swill continue to champion a workplace culture that prizes diversity and inclusivity.