Audit Intern, Summer 2027

Jobtailor; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Los Angeles seeks a motivated accounting student to assist with audit procedures and documentation, contributing to audits, reviews, and related engagements. You will work with the engagement team and client personnel to support needs and build relationships.

You will interpret financial data, communicate findings, and research industry matters while participating in trainings to boost skills and engagement. CPA licensure planning is encouraged for 2027–2028.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in business with an emphasis in accounting.
• Plan to complete 150 semester/225 quarter unit requirement for CPA licensure eligibility between December 2027 – August 2028 strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performance and documentation of audit procedures and preparation of workpapers to contribute to the completion of audit, review, and other engagements.
• Work as an individual contributor and as part of an engagement team to support client needs.
• Interpret and analyze financial data and communicate all findings and issues to the engagement team.
• Research and analyze pertinent client, industry, and technical matters.
• Engage with client personnel, as well as the engagement team to develop further relationships.
• Participate in trainings and activities to boost skills and engagement.

Skills

Audit Procedures

Financial Data Analysis

Client Engagement

Accounting Principles

CPA Eligibility

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Relationship Building

Research Skills

Technical Analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Accounting

Job description

• Assist in the performance and documentation of audit procedures and preparation of workpapers to contribute to the completion of audit, review, and other engagements
• Work as an individual contributor and as part of an engagement team to support client needs
• Interpret and analyze financial data and communicate all findings and issues to the engagement team
• Research and analyze pertinent client, industry, and technical matters
• Engage with client personnel, as well as the engagement team to develop further relationships
• Participate in trainings and activities to boost skills and engagement

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
• Current enrollment in a bachelor's or master’s program in business with an emphasis in accounting
• Plan to complete 150 semester/225 quarter unit requirement for CPA licensure eligibility between December 2027 – August 2028 strongly preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong analytical skills in interpreting and communicating financial data while effectively collaborating with clients and engagement teams. Engages in continuous learning and development to enhance auditing and accounting capabilities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Audit Procedures
• Financial Data Analysis
• Client Engagement
• Accounting Principles
• CPA Licensure Eligibility

Hard Skills

• Audit Documentation
• Workpaper Preparation
• Financial Analysis
• Research Skills
• Technical Analysis

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Relationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPA Licensure Eligibility

Industry Keywords

• Accounting
• Audit Engagements
• Client Needs
• Business Program