Audit Internship - Spring 2028

UEC; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

UEC in La Crosse, WI is seeking a recent accounting graduate or graduate student to join our audit and assurance team as an entry-level professional. You will work directly with clients and staff, gaining hands-on experience across financial statements, footnotes, and engagement outputs.

Gain exposure to GAAP applications, data analytics, and audit testing while developing communication and time-management skills in a collaborative, professional environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting with accounting coursework.
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Working towards CPA exam eligibility after graduation.
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data.
• Ability to think independently and make sound decisions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction.
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, follow through, and meet deadlines.
• Legal authorization to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client and firm associate requests promptly and professionally.
• Gather information from clients to complete required documents.
• Use data analysis skills to identify useful information and support recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency.
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures following firm and professional standards.
• Communicate with engagement leaders about open items and testing issues in a timely manner.
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs.
• Develop GAAP competency related to assigned product lines.

Skills

Data analytics

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Independence

Decision making

Education

Accounting degree

CPA eligibility

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Respond to client and firm associate requests promptly and professionally
• Gather necessary information from clients to complete required documents
• Use data analysis skills to identify useful information and support recommendations
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures following firm and professional standards
• Communicate with engagement leaders about open items and testing issues in a timely manner
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
• Develop technical competency with GAAP related to assigned product lines

About You

The company is looking for:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, including completion of corporate or individual taxation class
• Above average accounting knowledge demonstrated by college GPA, preferably 3.0 or higher
• Working towards eligibility to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
• Ability to think independently and make sound decisions based on education and experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and staff
• Ability to prioritize work, take initiative, follow through on requests, and meet deadlines
• Legal authorization to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• Access to free, confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development

Gain hands-on experience working alongside professionals at all levels, developing skills to become a trusted business advisor. Experience audit work and related software applications, and exposure to a variety of clients and industries ranging from small businesses to large corporations. Develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to organize, analyze, and communicate effectively.