Risk Advisory Summer 2028 Internship

Moore Colson; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Moore Colson, a leading Atlanta CPA and consulting firm, offers a Risk Advisory internship focused on internal auditing and SOX controls. Interns will work directly with partners and managers, gaining hands-on experience across client engagements and service organizations.

This program runs from June to August 2028 in Atlanta. Participants will develop knowledge of clients' processes, strengthen communication with teams, and contribute to proposals and client interactions while pursuing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, MIS or related Information Systems/Technology degree preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in risk advisory, internal/external audit or internal controls; internship preferred.
• Superior Excel skills; strong knowledge of ITGC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Risk Advisory teams with SOX, internal audit, and internal control services.
• Develop knowledge of clients' processes and systems through direct client interaction on engagements.
• Support relationship-building and communication with clients and teams.
• Contribute to sales meetings and proposals to strengthen client relationships and identify opportunities.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Self-motivation

Analytical skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ITGC knowledge

Job description

Company Overview: Moore Colson is a leading CPA and consulting firm in Atlanta with over 40 years of experience. Known for its collaborative, client-focused approach, Moore Colson offers a wide range of services to help businesses grow and achieve their goals.

Moore Colson has an exciting internship opportunity for dynamic, motivated, and self-driven students to join our Risk Advisory team in Atlanta from June- August 2028.

This is an excellent chance to gain hands-on experience in Internal auditing and public accounting, preparing you for a successful career in the field. The successful candidates will work closely with our experienced audit professionals and get exposure to various aspects of audit practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work directly with Risk Advisory partners, directors and managers, providing SOX, internal audit, internal control services to our public and private company clients, and examinations of controls at service organizations (SOC);
• Develop in-depth knowledge of clients' businesses, processes and systems by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement;
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with the client;
• Assist with strengthening existing client relationships and develop new business opportunities by participating in sales meetings and working on proposals;
• Meet budget and realization goals;
• Identify problem areas and client issues and propose solutions to managers;
• Identify technical skills needed for improvement and improve through CPE, personal commitment, and on-the-job training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, and/or other relevant Information Systems or Information Technology degree preferred
• 0-2 years of experience with risk advisory, internal and external audit, and internal controls with previous Sarbanes-Oxley experience in a professional servicesenvironment or internship
• Superior Excel skills
• Information Technology General Controls knowledge or experience is considered a plus
• Experience with a consulting or professional services organization preferred
• Working towards CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, or CITP license is highly preferred
• Consultative approach with a focus on providing superior client service
• Ability & willingness to travel as needed (Generally less than 15%)
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Self-directed, autonomous, motivated and ambitious
• Exceptional and proactive communicator (verbal & written)

Moore Colson is consistently recognized as one of Atlanta's top accounting firms and a leading workplace locally and nationally. We are regularly ranked by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and Inside Public Accounting for our size, growth, and overall excellence, and we are proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace at both the regional and national level. Most importantly, our clients trust us and enjoy doing business with us. We're looking for people who share the enthusiasm, passion, and respect for hard work that continues to drive our success.

At Moore Colson, we are a business based on ethics and integrity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.