Audit Intern [Summer]

Platform Accounting Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Platform Accounting Group is seeking an Audit Intern to join our Salt Lake City, UT office, HEB Advisors. The internship offers mentorship, hands-on experience in audit processes, and exposure to fieldwork across compliance testing, cash, AR, inventory, fixed assets, AP, and accruals.

You will collaborate with experienced team members, support planning and execution of audits, and develop strong teamwork and feedback skills in a fast-growing professional services environment.

Qualifications

• 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

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

Teamwork

Feedback skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Technical accounting skills

Job description

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.

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 needed
• Ability 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