Healthcare Audit Internship-Spring 2028

ACCA Careers; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wipfli is offering a healthcare Audit & Accounting internship where you will gain hands-on experience in accounting, audit, and data analysis. This in-person role requires full-time interns regularly working five days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites.

You will respond to client requests, gather information, and prepare financial outputs while developing GAAP expertise and professional skills within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelors or Master's degree in Accounting.
• GPA above average; preferred 3.0 or higher.
• Working toward CPA eligibility after graduation.
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data.
• Ability to think independently and make decisions based on education and experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and staff.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time; no visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner.
• Gather information from clients to complete required documents.
• Use data analysis to discover information and patterns to support recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency.
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing per professional standards as directed by engagement leaders.
• Communicate open items or testing problems with engagement leaders in a timely manner.
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, and management reports.
• Develop technical accounting competency, especially GAAP related to the product line.
• Assist team with Medicare/Medicaid cost report reimbursements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Accounting degree (Bachelors/Master's)

CPA exam eligibility

Job description

Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do-the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

This role requires an in-person work arrangement. At Wipfli, in-person work is defined as associates regularly working 5 days a week, for full-time interns, or during your working hours, for part-time interns, in a Wipfli office or at client sites. The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.

Responsibilities

Interns Will Be Responsible For Utilizing Educational Knowledge And Experience To Perform Numerous Accounting Related Responsibilities (in Audit Or Financial Accounting) Such As:

• 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

Healthcare Audit & Accounting Specific

• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm an professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders
• 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
• Assist team with Medicare and Medicaid/Medical Cost Report Reimbursement team

What You Will Gain

• Experience the Wipfli Way first hand while working side by side with professionals from all levels of the firm
• Develop experience and skills to become a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
• Gain hands‑on experience in tax and/or audit work, and related software applications
• Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagements
• Gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries ranging from small businesses to large corporations
• Develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize, analyze, and communicate with others in a productive and efficient manner

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. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status)

Additional Details

This role requires an in-person work arrangement. At Wipfli, in-person work is defined as associates regularly working 5 days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites. The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at [e-mail]

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay rate for this role is $28.50/hour. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well‑being. Benefit offerings include paid sick leave; access to free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.

This role requires a hybrid work arrangement. At Wipfli, hybrid is defined as associates regularly work in a Wipfli office, from home, and other meeting sites. Note that scheduled meetings in the office will require in-person attendance.

"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.