In-Person Audit Internship: GAAP & Data Analytics

ACCA Careers; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking a role requiring in-person work at client sites and offices. You will assist with audit procedures, financial statements, and data analysis while developing GAAP technical competency and CPA exam readiness.

Candidates should be pursuing an Accounting degree with strong academic performance and communication skills. The position emphasizes independence, initiative, and the ability to work with clients and staff to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelors or Master's degree in Accounting (completion of corporate or individual taxation class is required)
• Above average knowledge in accounting 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.

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 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

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

CPA exam eligibility in future

Job description

Wipfli is seeking a role requiring in-person work at client sites and offices. You will assist with audit procedures, financial statements, and data analysis while developing GAAP technical competency and CPA exam readiness.

Candidates should be pursuing an Accounting degree with strong academic performance and communication skills. The position emphasizes independence, initiative, and the ability to work with clients and staff to meet deadlines.