Audit Intern for CPA Prep | GAAP & Data Insights

PwC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Milwaukee seeks an Audit Intern to participate in financial statement audits and client support initiatives. You'll learn PwC methodologies, assist with GAAP/GAAS tasks, and gain exposure to audit processes while building a foundation for a career in audit and assurance.

You will support teams, perform basic tasks, and develop commercial awareness as you tackle varied assignments and learn from experienced auditors in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Bachelor's in Accounting with strong academic record.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your state of employment.
• Typically in the third year of a 4-year program or fourth year of a 5-year program.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audit teams in conducting financial statement audits and gaining exposure to auditing methodologies
• Participating in the review and verification of financial documents to uphold transparency and compliance with accounting standards
• Assisting in the analysis and interpretation of financial data to identify trends and provide insights for decision-making
• Engaging in the documentation of audit processes and findings to maintain organized and consistent records
• Learning and applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) in audit tasks
• Collaborating with team members to monitor and analyze financial trends and assess risk factors
• Contributing to the evaluation of internal controls and identifying areas for improvement
• Utilizing data analysis skills to support the audit process and enhance the quality of financial reporting
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to develop a foundational understanding of audit practices and client interactions

Skills

GAAP

GAAS

Data analysis

Auditing methodologies

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

GPA 3.0

CPA exam eligibility in intended state

Job description

PwC in Milwaukee seeks an Audit Intern to participate in financial statement audits and client support initiatives. You'll learn PwC methodologies, assist with GAAP/GAAS tasks, and gain exposure to audit processes while building a foundation for a career in audit and assurance.

You will support teams, perform basic tasks, and develop commercial awareness as you tackle varied assignments and learn from experienced auditors in a collaborative environment.