In-Person Audit Internship: GAAP Skills & Client Impact

Wipfli; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wipfli is seeking an accounting intern to contribute to audit-related tasks and client deliverables in a dynamic, collaborative environment. This in-person role requires five days per week in a Wipfli office or at client sites, with emphasis on data analysis and financial statement support.

You will gain hands-on experience in audit work, learn GAAP concepts, and work under engagement leaders to prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, and management reports.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's 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)

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

Skills

Data analytics

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Job description

Wipfli is seeking an accounting intern to contribute to audit-related tasks and client deliverables in a dynamic, collaborative environment. This in-person role requires five days per week in a Wipfli office or at client sites, with emphasis on data analysis and financial statement support.

You will gain hands-on experience in audit work, learn GAAP concepts, and work under engagement leaders to prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, and management reports.