Audit Intern: Learn GAAP/GAAS, Analyze Financials

PwC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

PwC in St. Louis is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on exposure to financial statement audits within our Assurance practice. You will support teams on various assignments, learn PwC methodologies, and observe audit processes while building your professional brand.

As an intern, you will perform basic tasks, conduct research, and contribute to project goals in a learning-focused environment that emphasizes initiative and collaboration.

Qualifications

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

Data analysis

Client service mindset

Auditing methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

PwC in St. Louis is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on exposure to financial statement audits within our Assurance practice. You will support teams on various assignments, learn PwC methodologies, and observe audit processes while building your professional brand.

As an intern, you will perform basic tasks, conduct research, and contribute to project goals in a learning-focused environment that emphasizes initiative and collaboration.