Audit Internship: Hands-On Audit & CPA-Prep Training

Cognitioworld; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cognitioworld is seeking an accounting intern in Milwaukee to gain hands-on experience across audit, assurance, and advisory services. You will support client engagements and develop technical proficiency in GAAP while collaborating with engagement leaders and teams.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, maintain a GPA of 3.0+, and are working toward CPA eligibility after graduation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Working toward CPA exam eligibility after graduation.
• Coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data preferred.
• Ability to think independently and make sound decisions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
• Legal authorization to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to client and firm associate requests.
• Gather information from clients to complete required documents.
• Use data analysis to identify useful information and support recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes for efficiency.
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing per standards.
• Communicate open items and testing issues with engagement leaders.
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, and management reports.
• Develop GAAP-related technical competency for assigned product lines.
• Work independently and as part of a team to support engagements.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Strong GPA

CPA eligibility

Data Analytics

Independent thinking

Communication skills

Time management

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Job description

Cognitioworld is seeking an accounting intern in Milwaukee to gain hands-on experience across audit, assurance, and advisory services. You will support client engagements and develop technical proficiency in GAAP while collaborating with engagement leaders and teams.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, maintain a GPA of 3.0+, and are working toward CPA eligibility after graduation.