Audit Intern: Learn GAAP, GAAS & Data Insights

PwC; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in New Jersey is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience with financial statement audits and support client-facing assurance engagements. You will learn PwC methodologies, apply GAAP concepts, analyze financial data, and help document audit processes while collaborating with experienced professionals.

This internship emphasizes a learning mindset, initiative, and professional growth, laying the foundation for a future career in audit and assurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum 3.0 overall GPA
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam in the intended state of employment
• Entry-level intern role typically for 3rd year of a 4-year program or 4th year of a 5-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 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

Internal controls

Financial reporting standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

PwC in New Jersey is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience with financial statement audits and support client-facing assurance engagements. You will learn PwC methodologies, apply GAAP concepts, analyze financial data, and help document audit processes while collaborating with experienced professionals.

This internship emphasizes a learning mindset, initiative, and professional growth, laying the foundation for a future career in audit and assurance.