Audit Intern: Learn GAAP & GAAS in Action

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC is offering an Audit Intern role in the Assurance practice, designed for current students or recent graduates pursuing an accounting career. You will assist audit teams, learn PwC methodologies, and contribute to client support initiatives while developing professional skills in a dynamic learning environment.

As an Intern, you will perform basic tasks, conduct research, observe auditors, and build your personal brand with a focus on commercial awareness. Travel may be required up to 20%.

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 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 and interpretation skills for financial trends.
• Observing and learning from experienced auditors to develop a foundational understanding of audit practices and client interactions

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GAAS knowledge

Data analysis

Accounting principles

CPA eligibility

Client service

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Job description

PwC is offering an Audit Intern role in the Assurance practice, designed for current students or recent graduates pursuing an accounting career. You will assist audit teams, learn PwC methodologies, and contribute to client support initiatives while developing professional skills in a dynamic learning environment.

As an Intern, you will perform basic tasks, conduct research, observe auditors, and build your personal brand with a focus on commercial awareness. Travel may be required up to 20%.