Audit Intern [Summer]

Platform Accounting; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Platform Accounting Group is seeking an Audit Intern for our Salt Lake City, UT office. You will support planning and execution of audit projects while gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced team members.

You'll work on fieldwork related to compliance testing, cash, accounts payable/receivable, inventory, fixed assets, and other areas, developing teamwork and feedback skills in a dynamic professional services firm.

Qualifications

• Interested in pursuing a career in Public Accounting.
• Strong academic and extra-curricular performance.
• Able to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Flexible to work additional hours and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficient with office technology and software.
• Strong accounting and audit skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit team in carrying out quality audit and other assurance services to clients in multiple industries.
• Assist in obtaining all necessary audit working papers and documentation including researching and documenting facts and findings.
• Interact with clients to help ensure that the information flow from client to the audit team is efficient.
• Document work completed by preparing workpapers.
• Understand the tax return process with a high degree of accuracy.
• Support the office in maintaining and enhancing client relationships and demonstrate knowledge of each client's business and finances.
• Collaborate with the broader team of interns across Platform, gaining insight on best practices and procedures.

Skills

Public accounting interest

Teamwork

Feedback skills

Office software proficiency

Audit knowledge

Tools

Office software

Job description

We are seeking an Audit Intern to join our Salt Lake City, UT office, HEB Advisors. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong interest in the accounting industry. As an Audit Intern, you will support the planning and execution of audit projects, as well as assist with other assignments as needed. You will collaborate closely with experienced team members who provide guidance, mentorship, and valuable learning opportunities. Throughout the internship, you will gain hands‑on experience in various stages of the audit process, including fieldwork related to compliance testing, cash, accounts receivable, inventory, fixed assets, accounts payable, and accruals. Success in this role requires strong teamwork skills and the ability to both give and receive constructive feedback.

Who we are:

Platform Accounting Group is a rapidly growing professional services firm providing tax, accounting, assurance, IT consulting, and wealth management services to small and medium sized businesses and their owners. We currently have 50+ offices across 15 States with much more growth on the horizon. We fully understand that every employee has different needs, so our unique business model allows for more flexible work arrangements than most firms can offer. Enjoy a professional and dynamic work environment while making work/life balance a priority.

What you will do:

• Assist audit team in carrying out quality audit and other assurance services to clients in multiple industries
• Assist in obtaining all necessary audit working papers and documentation including researching and documenting facts and findings
• Interact with clients to help ensure that the information flow from client to the audit team is efficient
• Document work completed by preparing workpapers
• Understand the tax return process with a high degree of accuracy
• Support the office in maintaining and enhancing client relationships and demonstrate knowledge of each client's business and finances
• Collaborate with the broader team of interns across Platform, gaining insight on best practices and procedures

What we look for:

• Someone interested in pursuing their career in the Public Accounting Industry
• A demonstrated level of high performance in academics and extra‑curricular activities
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Flexibility to work additional hours as neededAbility to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage responsibilities in a team environment
• High level proficiency with office technology and software
• Strong technical skills in accounting and audit

What we offer:

• Opportunity for advancement within a rapidly growing professional services firm
• Ongoing informal and formal training and development
• Ability to work across a wide variety of clientele
• Competitive hourly compensation rate