Audit Internship: CPA-Track, In-Person & Hands-On

Wipfli LLP; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Wipfli LLP invites applications for an internship focused on accounting and auditing. Interns will handle accounting tasks, respond to client requests, analyze data for patterns, and identify process improvements under supervision.

In-person work is required, with five days/week in office or at client sites. The role includes learning GAAP, preparing financial statements, and developing professional communication skills. Email [e-mail] for details.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelors or Master's degree in Accounting (completion of corporate or individual taxation class is required)
• Above average knowledge in accounting as demonstrated by college GPA; Preferred 3.0 GPA or higher
• Working towards eligibility to sit for CPA exam upon graduation
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
• Ability to think independently and make good decisions based on education and experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients and staff
• Ability to prioritize work, follow through on requests,take initiative and meet deadlines
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the position at the time of hire and must not require employment-based immigration sponsorship or other immigration‑related employer assistance now or in the future. Wipfli will not sponsor, petition for, or provide employer assistance to obtain, maintain, extend, or change employment authorization or immigration status for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards.
• Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters in a timely manner
• Prepare (or review client prepared) financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
• Develop technical competency with GAAP, especially related to assigned product line
• Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner
• Respond to inquiries from client and work with client to gather necessary information for completion of required documents

Skills

Accounting knowledge

CPA eligibility

Data analytics

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Accounting degree (pursuing)

Job description

Wipfli LLP invites applications for an internship focused on accounting and auditing. Interns will handle accounting tasks, respond to client requests, analyze data for patterns, and identify process improvements under supervision.

In-person work is required, with five days/week in office or at client sites. The role includes learning GAAP, preparing financial statements, and developing professional communication skills. Email [e-mail] for details.