Internal Audit Intern – Accounting & Finance

Arista Networks; United States; On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Arista Networks is looking for a graduate-level intern to join its Internal Audit team. The role will involve supporting financial and operational audit engagements, analyzing financial data, and enhancing understanding of internal control frameworks.

This position offers an opportunity to develop essential skills in risk management and process improvement within a global enterprise financial environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level student in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and risk management.
• Prior exposure to audit or financial analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support financial and operational audit engagements.
• Analyze financial data for trends and potential risks.
• Document business processes for audit reports.

Skills

Understanding of financial statements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently

Analytical skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a graduate-level program in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

The Internal Audit team is seeking a graduate-level intern with a strong accounting and finance background to support financial and operational audit engagements. This role focuses on evaluating financial processes, controls, and reporting practices while developing a deep understanding of risk management and internal control frameworks.

What You'll Do

• Support financial and operational audit engagements, including planning, testing, and documentation
• Assist in evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial processes
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, anomalies, and potential risk areas
• Document business processes and contribute to clear, management-facing audit reports
• Support advisory projects focused on process improvement and control enhancement

Learning Opportunities

• Gain exposure to a global enterprise financial environment and end-to-end business processes
• Understand internal controls, financial risk, and governance frameworks
• Apply accounting and finance concepts to real-world audit and advisory work
• Develop professional audit documentation, analysis, and stakeholder communication skills

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate-level program (MBA, MS, or PhD) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and business processes
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Prior exposure to audit, accounting, or financial analysis is a plus

Additional Information

Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.