Intern - Audit (Accounting Majors)

Simon Property Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Property Group in Indianapolis is seeking an Accounting intern to gain both external and internal audit experience. The role splits time between EY-led external audits and internal audit tasks, developing risk assessments, testing controls, and documenting findings.

The internship emphasizes collaboration with auditors, staff, and clients, with 35–40 hours per week during summer and potential continuation into the school year.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interact effectively with people at various levels within the organization and within the audit team.
• Ability to work 35 to 40 hours per week during the summer with the potential for additional hours into the school year.

Responsibilities

• Assist the external auditors (EY) in their testing of Sarbanes-Oxley controls, annual financial audit, and individual partnership audits.
• Assist Audit Services in the performance of Sarbanes-Oxley testing and internal audits by performing tests of control and documenting findings in audit workpapers.
• Assist Audit Services staff in the planning and execution of various audit projects.

Skills

Self-starter

Independent worker

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Education

Pursuing accounting/finance degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description

Job Location: Corporate Indianapolis Simon Property Group is looking to hire an intern who is pursuing a degree in Accounting. Position provides the unique opportunity of receiving both internal and external audit experience. Candidate will split their time between working directly with our external audit firm and assisting the internal audit team in their audit responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the external auditors (EY) in their testing of Sarbanes-Oxley controls, annual financial audit, and individual partnership audits.
• Assist Audit Services in the performance of Sarbanes-Oxley testing and internal audits by performing tests of control and documenting findings in audit workpapers.
• Assist Audit Services staff in the planning and execution of various audit projects.

Educational / Professional Development

Learn technical skills such as developing risks assessments; workpaper documentation standards; and performing tests of internal controls. Apply and develop communication skills by interacting with external audit firm, clients, auditees, and co-workers. Utilize coursework knowledge and understanding of auditing and accounting to apply in practice performing direct Sarbanes-Oxley and audit testing.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in accounting or finance preferred
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interact effectively with people at various levels within the organization and within the audit team.
• Ability to work 35 to 40 hours per week during the summer with the potential for additional hours into the school year.

About the Company

Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50+ year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.