Audit Intern: Learn GAAP & Data Analytics

PwC South Africa; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits within the Assurance practice. You will support audit teams, learn PwC methodologies, and contribute to client services while building a foundation in auditing standards.

This internship emphasizes learning, initiative, and professional development, with exposure to GAAP/GAAS and insights into financial reporting. Travel may be up to 20%, and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam is highlighted.

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 roles. Candidates are typically in their third year of a four-year degree program 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 and interpretation skills for the audit process and 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

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

PwC is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits within the Assurance practice. You will support audit teams, learn PwC methodologies, and contribute to client services while building a foundation in auditing standards.

This internship emphasizes learning, initiative, and professional development, with exposure to GAAP/GAAS and insights into financial reporting. Travel may be up to 20%, and eligibility to sit for the CPA exam is highlighted.