Audit Intern: Learn GAAP, GAAS & Data Insights

PwC South Africa; Chicago (IL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC invites motivated students to join its Assurance practice as an Audit Intern, offering a learning environment to gain experience in financial statement audits and client support. You will assist in GAAP/GAAS tasks, documentation, and data analysis while observing seasoned auditors and developing professional skills for a future career in audit and assurance.

This paid internship emphasizes initiative, curiosity, and building commercial awareness, with travel up to 20% and a clear path toward

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 Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (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

Financial statement audits

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA exam eligibility in state of employment

Job description

PwC invites motivated students to join its Assurance practice as an Audit Intern, offering a learning environment to gain experience in financial statement audits and client support. You will assist in GAAP/GAAS tasks, documentation, and data analysis while observing seasoned auditors and developing professional skills for a future career in audit and assurance.

This paid internship emphasizes initiative, curiosity, and building commercial awareness, with travel up to 20% and a clear path toward