Audit Intern: Hands-on GAAP/GAAS & Data Insights

PwC South Africa; Detroit (MI); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC is seeking an Audit Intern in Detroit, MI. You will support audit teams during financial statement audits, learn PwC’s methodologies, and gain exposure to GAAP and GAAS while contributing to client service.

This role emphasizes a learning mindset: asking questions, taking initiative, and documenting audit processes to build professional judgment and a foundation for a career in audit and assurance. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a 3.0+ GPA and CPA exam eligibility in your state are

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• At least a 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; candidates are typically in their third year of a four-year degree or fourth year of a five-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 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

GAAS knowledge

Data analysis

Auditing methodologies

Client service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA exam eligibility

Job description

PwC is seeking an Audit Intern in Detroit, MI. You will support audit teams during financial statement audits, learn PwC’s methodologies, and gain exposure to GAAP and GAAS while contributing to client service.

This role emphasizes a learning mindset: asking questions, taking initiative, and documenting audit processes to build professional judgment and a foundation for a career in audit and assurance. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a 3.0+ GPA and CPA exam eligibility in your state are