Audit Internship: Hands-On GAAP & Audit Experience

Wipfli; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking an accounting intern to gain hands-on audit experience in-person at client sites and offices. You will respond to client requests, gather necessary information, and support engagements across GAAP-related work.

The internship emphasizes data analytics, communication skills, and the ability to prioritize deadlines while working toward CPA eligibility after graduation. Wipfli offers a collaborative environment with opportunities across industries.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• Preferred GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Working toward CPA exam eligibility after graduation.
• Interest in Data Analytics or Big Data.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client and firm requests in a timely, positive and professional manner.
• Respond to inquiries from client and gather information for required documents.
• Use data analysis to discover useful information and patterns to support recommendations.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing under supervision.
• Communicate open items and testing issues with engagement leaders.
• Prepare (or review) financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other outputs.
• Develop technical GAAP knowledge related to the assigned product line.

Skills

CPA eligibility

Communication skills

Data Analytics

Time management

Education

Accounting degree (pursuing)

Job description

Wipfli is seeking an accounting intern to gain hands-on audit experience in-person at client sites and offices. You will respond to client requests, gather necessary information, and support engagements across GAAP-related work.

The internship emphasizes data analytics, communication skills, and the ability to prioritize deadlines while working toward CPA eligibility after graduation. Wipfli offers a collaborative environment with opportunities across industries.