Audit Intern: Hands-on Experience & Growth

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP in Chicago offers an internship across assurance and tax, giving exposure to client engagements and hands-on testing of accounting knowledge. You will work with senior staff and management to learn and develop skills across audit and tax topics.

Interns may be part-time or full-time depending on local office needs, with typical winter and summer windows. Strong academic performance and CPA eligibility are valued, and transportation to the office is expected.

Qualifications

• Majoring in accounting or related field with strong academics.
• CPA exam eligibility in progress and intent to pursue licensure.
• GPA minimum of 3.0 in major-related coursework.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit testing on client accounts (cash, payables, fixed assets).
• Reconcile account differences and analyze financial data with client personnel.
• Draft management letter comments and audit reports under guidance.
• Attend client meetings with partners and managers.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Initiative

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

CPA exam eligibility in progress

GPA 3.0 minimum in major coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forvis Mazars, LLP in Chicago offers an internship across assurance and tax, giving exposure to client engagements and hands-on testing of accounting knowledge. You will work with senior staff and management to learn and develop skills across audit and tax topics.

Interns may be part-time or full-time depending on local office needs, with typical winter and summer windows. Strong academic performance and CPA eligibility are valued, and transportation to the office is expected.