Spring 2027 Audit Internship: Hands-On Public Accounting Experience

Purvis Gray and Company CPAs; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis Gray and Company CPAs is seeking interns for Spring 2027 in Gainesville to apply classroom accounting knowledge to real client work, collaborate with audit professionals, and build essential skills for public accounting.

Interns will assist with client engagements, prepare workpapers, conduct reconciliations, and participate in training and team meetings as part of their professional development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
• Expected to have completed Intermediate Accounting coursework prior to the start of the internship
• Auditing coursework completed or in progress is preferred
• Intends to meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure upon graduation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow through on assignments, and meet deadlines
• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative, receive feedback, and learn as part of a team
• Available for the full internship cohort and scheduled work commitments

Responsibilities

• Assist audit teams with client engagements and assigned audit procedures
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers and supporting documentation
• Assist with account reconciliations, testing, research, and financial statement support
• Review and organize client provided information for completeness and accuracy
• Communicate with team members regarding assigned work, questions, and deadlines
• Handle sensitive and confidential client information with professionalism and integrity
• Participate in team meetings, training, and other opportunities to learn about public accounting
• Complete additional projects and assignments that support client service and professional development

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting

CPA licensure pursuit

Job description

Purvis Gray and Company CPAs is seeking interns for Spring 2027 in Gainesville to apply classroom accounting knowledge to real client work, collaborate with audit professionals, and build essential skills for public accounting.

Interns will assist with client engagements, prepare workpapers, conduct reconciliations, and participate in training and team meetings as part of their professional development.