Audit Internship: Hands-On CPA Prep & Client Work

Wipfli; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wipfli invites you to join our Madison, WI audit internship in person, where you will support client engagements, perform audit procedures, and gain hands‑on experience with GAAP and financial statements. You will collaborate with engagement leaders and staff, developing professionally in a dynamic, relationship‑driven culture.

You will be mentored by experienced professionals, with opportunities to grow into a trusted advisor for clients and colleagues across varied industries.

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
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H‑1B status)

Responsibilities

• 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
• Use data analysis skills to discover useful information and patterns to provide support in recommendations
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders
• 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
• Experience the Wipfli Way firsthand while working side by side with professionals from all levels of the firm
• Develop experience and skills to become a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
• Gain hands-on experience in audit work, and related software applications
• Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagements
• Gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries ranging from small businesses to large corporations
• Develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize, analyze, and communicate with others in a productive and efficient manner

Skills

Accounting knowledge

GPA emphasis

CPA exam readiness

Data analytics

Big Data

Independent thinking

Communication skills

Prioritization & initiative

US work authorization

Education

Pursuing Accounting degree

CPA exam eligibility

Data Analytics coursework

Job description

Wipfli invites you to join our Madison, WI audit internship in person, where you will support client engagements, perform audit procedures, and gain hands‑on experience with GAAP and financial statements. You will collaborate with engagement leaders and staff, developing professionally in a dynamic, relationship‑driven culture.

You will be mentored by experienced professionals, with opportunities to grow into a trusted advisor for clients and colleagues across varied industries.