Audit Internship: In-Person CPA Experience & Growth

Wipfli; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wipfli seeks an accounting intern to gain hands-on audit and accounting experience. You will support client engagements, perform data analysis, and help prepare financial statements and reports under guidance.

This in-person internship emphasizes professional growth, collaboration, and practical application of classroom learning. Eligible candidates are pursuing an Accounting degree (Bachelor/Master) with CPA exam plans and a strong GPA; strong communication and time-management skills are

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; sponsorship is not available

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
• 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

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting degree (Bachelor/Master)

CPA eligibility in progress

GPA 3.0+

Data analytics coursework

Taxation coursework

Job description

Wipfli seeks an accounting intern to gain hands-on audit and accounting experience. You will support client engagements, perform data analysis, and help prepare financial statements and reports under guidance.

This in-person internship emphasizes professional growth, collaboration, and practical application of classroom learning. Eligible candidates are pursuing an Accounting degree (Bachelor/Master) with CPA exam plans and a strong GPA; strong communication and time-management skills are