Audit Internship - Spring 2027: Real Client Experience

Purvis Gray and Company CPAs; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Purvis Gray's Audit Internship is designed for accounting students who are ready to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real client work. Interns work alongside our audit professionals, gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries, and build the technical and professional skills needed for a career in public accounting.

The internship runs January–April 2027 in Sarasota, with opportunities to learn about audit procedures, workpapers, reconciliations, and client service.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to ask questions and learn as part of a team.
• Auditing coursework completed or in progress is preferred.
• Intends to meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure upon graduation.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit teams with client engagements and assigned audit procedures.
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations, testing, research, and financial statement support.
• Review and organize client provided information for completeness and accuracy.
• Communicate with team members regarding assigned work, questions, and deadlines.
• Handle sensitive and confidential client information with professionalism and integrity.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and other opportunities to learn about public accounting.
• Complete additional projects and assignments that support client service and professional development.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Accounting degree pursuit (Bachelors/Master's)

Job description

Purvis Gray's Audit Internship is designed for accounting students who are ready to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real client work. Interns work alongside our audit professionals, gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries, and build the technical and professional skills needed for a career in public accounting.

The internship runs January–April 2027 in Sarasota, with opportunities to learn about audit procedures, workpapers, reconciliations, and client service.