Audit Intern: Learn GAAP, GAAS & Data Insights

PwC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 4,036,000 - 6,612,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Los Angeles is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits and client support initiatives. You will learn PwC's audit methodologies, engage with GAAP/GAAS concepts, and contribute to project goals while developing a strong professional foundation.

You will perform basic tasks, conduct research, and observe a professional work environment as you build commercial awareness and personal brand in a collaborative Assurance team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
• Eligible to sit for CPA exam in state of employment.
• Internship is an entry-level role typically for students in late years of their degree.

Responsibilities

• Support audit teams in financial statement audits and learn auditing methodologies.
• Review and verify financial documents to ensure transparency and compliance with accounting standards.
• Analyze and interpret financial data to identify trends and provide insights for decision-making.
• Document audit processes and findings to maintain organized records.
• Learn and apply GAAP and GAAS in audit tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to monitor financial trends and assess risk factors.
• Assist in evaluating internal controls and identifying areas for improvement.
• Use data analysis to support the audit process and improve financial reporting quality.
• Observe and learn from experienced auditors and client interactions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GAAS knowledge

Data analysis

Auditing methodologies

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

PwC in Los Angeles is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits and client support initiatives. You will learn PwC's audit methodologies, engage with GAAP/GAAS concepts, and contribute to project goals while developing a strong professional foundation.

You will perform basic tasks, conduct research, and observe a professional work environment as you build commercial awareness and personal brand in a collaborative Assurance team.