Audit Intern: Learn GAAP/GAAS & Data Insights

PwC South Africa; Houston (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC is seeking an Audit Intern in the United States to gain hands-on exposure to financial statement audits and support client work within the Assurance practice. You will learn PwC methodologies, perform basic tasks, and contribute to project goals while developing GAAP/GAAS knowledge.

As an intern, you will observe experienced auditors, participate in documentation and analysis, and build commercial awareness. Travel up to 20% is possible as you grow your foundational audit skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 3.0 GPA minimum.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the state of employment.
• Intern positions are entry-level; typically in later years of a four-year or 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 foundational audit practices and client interactions

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GAAS knowledge

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Client service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA exam eligibility in intended state

Job description

PwC is seeking an Audit Intern in the United States to gain hands-on exposure to financial statement audits and support client work within the Assurance practice. You will learn PwC methodologies, perform basic tasks, and contribute to project goals while developing GAAP/GAAS knowledge.

As an intern, you will observe experienced auditors, participate in documentation and analysis, and build commercial awareness. Travel up to 20% is possible as you grow your foundational audit skills.