Audit & Tax Internship — CPA Track

NWU; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NWU in Columbus, Ohio is seeking an accounting internship candidate currently pursuing a BA or BS in accounting or a related field. The role involves assisting in audit, assurance engagements, and tax preparation, with duties spanning financial statement prep, data analysis, and collaboration across Assurance and Tax Departments.

Eligible to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation, you should be proficient in Excel and Word, and capable of handling multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BA or BS in accounting or related field.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation.
• Strong proficiency with technology and basic PC applications (Excel, Word).
• Knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, tax rules and regulations; good judgment.
• Understanding of AICPA, OSCPA and Accountancy Board of Ohio rules of conduct.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and learn quickly.
• Reliable transportation for on-site client work.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends based on client demands.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing audit, review, and other assurance engagements or projects for clients.
• Prepare financial statements and related documents.
• Analyze financial and non-financial information for clients.
• Participate in audit and review reengineering meetings.
• Prepare partnership, corporate, and individual tax returns.
• Update depreciation schedules.
• Prepare financial projections based on income and expense data.
• Conduct internet research.
• Complete assignments within established budgets and meet charge hour and billable hour targets.
• Produce accurate, organized workpapers free of grammatical, spelling, and calculation errors.
• Manage multiple tasks and learn new techniques and software used by Assurance and Tax Departments.
• Represent the firm and build relationships through outside activities.
• Collaborate with team members to identify client needs and develop solutions.
• Exemplify firm brand attributes and comply with all policies and procedures.
• Work in a team environment and address conflicts professionally.
• Seek feedback to enhance professional and technical skills.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Reliability

Education

BA/BS in accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

NWU in Columbus, Ohio is seeking an accounting internship candidate currently pursuing a BA or BS in accounting or a related field. The role involves assisting in audit, assurance engagements, and tax preparation, with duties spanning financial statement prep, data analysis, and collaboration across Assurance and Tax Departments.

Eligible to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation, you should be proficient in Excel and Word, and capable of handling multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.