Summer 2028 Audit Internship (May - August 2028) - Sarasota

Purvis Gray and Company CPAs; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis Gray's Audit Internship is designed for accounting students who are ready to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real client work. Interns work alongside our audit professionals, gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries, and build the technical and professional skills needed for a career in public accounting.

Located in Sarasota for the Summer 2028 internship (May–August). Interns will assist audit teams, prepare workpapers, and participate in trainings to develop

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.
• Expected to have completed Intermediate Accounting coursework before start.
• Auditing coursework completed or in progress preferred.
• Plans to meet CPA licensure requirements after graduation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit teams with client engagements and audit procedures.
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations, testing, research, and financial statement support.
• Review client information for completeness and accuracy.
• Communicate with team members about assigned work and deadlines.
• Participate in training and learn about public accounting.
• Complete projects that support client service and professional development.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Job description

Summer 2028 | May-August 2028 Audit Internship | Sarasota Office

Purvis Gray's Audit Internship is designed for accounting students who are ready to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real client work. Interns work alongside our audit professionals, gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries, and build the technical and professional skills needed for a career in public accounting.

What You'll Do

• 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

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

JOB CODE: 1000099