Risk Advisory Intern: Internal Audit & Controls

BDO USA, PC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, PC in Boston offers an Internship in Risk Advisory Services to support internal audits, SOX, and process improvement projects. You will assist in planning, fieldwork, wrap-up, and report drafting under supervision.

The role emphasizes developing analytical and research skills, learning client processes, and contributing to deliverables while traveling up to 20% of the time. Strong communication and Office proficiency are expected.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Accounting or Finance, required.
• Pursuing an MBA or other relevant advanced degree, preferred.
• Past leadership experience, preferred.
• Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with informational interviews and client meetings during engagement.
• Gathers information, documents, and data from clients to support analysis.
• Documents and analyzes client processes, risks, and controls with guidance.
• Helps develop initial deliverables/solutions to client issues.
• Uses databases and publications to understand client industry.
• Assists with research and drafting of proposals.
• Maintains all documentation and work papers for engagements.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Travel 20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or relevant advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

BDO USA, PC in Boston offers an Internship in Risk Advisory Services to support internal audits, SOX, and process improvement projects. You will assist in planning, fieldwork, wrap-up, and report drafting under supervision.

The role emphasizes developing analytical and research skills, learning client processes, and contributing to deliverables while traveling up to 20% of the time. Strong communication and Office proficiency are expected.