Audit Intern: GAAP/GAAS Training & Client Exposure

PwC; California; On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in California is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits within our Assurance practice. You will support teams, learn PwC methodologies, and develop your professional skills in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes initiative, learning, and building commercial awareness, with travel up to 20%. Ideal for students or recent graduates pursuing accounting and CPA eligibility.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
• Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment.
• Client service intern positions are considered entry-level roles. Candidates are typically in their third year of a four-year degree or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application.

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 GAAP and 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 knowledge

Auditing methodologies

Data analysis

Internal controls

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

PwC in California is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits within our Assurance practice. You will support teams, learn PwC methodologies, and develop your professional skills in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes initiative, learning, and building commercial awareness, with travel up to 20%. Ideal for students or recent graduates pursuing accounting and CPA eligibility.