In-Person Audit Internship: Hands-On CPA Prep

ACCA Careers; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSAs available

Employee assistance program

401(k) with company match

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Education & certification assistance

Cell phone reimbursement

Travel rewards

Legal & ID theft protection

Pet insurance

Job summary

Wipfli in Minneapolis, MN seeks an internship in accounting focused on audit support and client service. Interns will assist with accounting tasks, data analysis, and process improvements, while gaining hands-on exposure to audits and related software.

The role emphasizes professionalism, communication, and timely deliverables. Qualifications include pursuing an accounting degree with coursework in taxation and data analytics, aiming for CPA eligibility, and strong organizational skills.

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; sponsorship not provided

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
• Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters
• 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

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data analysis

Time management

Independent thinking

Education

Accounting bachelor's or master's degree

CPA exam eligibility

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Job description

Wipfli in Minneapolis, MN seeks an internship in accounting focused on audit support and client service. Interns will assist with accounting tasks, data analysis, and process improvements, while gaining hands-on exposure to audits and related software.

The role emphasizes professionalism, communication, and timely deliverables. Qualifications include pursuing an accounting degree with coursework in taxation and data analytics, aiming for CPA eligibility, and strong organizational skills.