Audit Intern: Public Accounting, Mentorship & Growth

Pease Bell; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pease Bell, a mid-sized public accounting firm, invites you to join as an Audit Intern in Cleveland or Akron, OH. You will gain hands-on experience with our Assurance team, performing audits, identifying discrepancies, and contributing to client service.

This paid internship runs January through April 2027, with up to 40 hours per week. You will learn GAAP procedures and receive mentorship to prepare for a career in public accounting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Accounting.
• Progress towards CPA eligibility.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Availability to work up to 40 hours per week, with overtime.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in audit procedures for diverse clients.
• Perform substantive testing of balances.
• Support workpapers and audit documentation.
• Assist in GAAP‑compliant financial statements.
• Participate in meetings and client communications.
• Travel to client sites for fieldwork.
• Learn various accounting systems and controls.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure timely deliverables.
• Take part in training to deepen audit knowledge.
• Busy‑season internship mirrors first-year associate.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Pease Bell, a mid-sized public accounting firm, invites you to join as an Audit Intern in Cleveland or Akron, OH. You will gain hands-on experience with our Assurance team, performing audits, identifying discrepancies, and contributing to client service.

This paid internship runs January through April 2027, with up to 40 hours per week. You will learn GAAP procedures and receive mentorship to prepare for a career in public accounting.