Summer Assurance Intern - CPA Path & Hands-On Auditing

BDO USA, PC; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, PC in Gulfport, MS is seeking an Intern to join our Assurance practice. You will gain hands-on experience with GAAP and GAAS while working alongside experienced team members who provide direction and coaching.

You will participate in on-the-job training, assist audit staff, communicate with client contacts, and help document work using BDO tools. This role offers a practical start to a career in public accounting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Accounting.
• Pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• Leadership experience is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Participates in a structured on-the-job training program and become familiar with GAAP and GAAS.
• Familiarize with BDO audit methodology to assist with audit stages.
• Provides various support functions to the audit staff during engagements.
• Communicates with clients' customers, creditors, banks and related parties regarding audit issues.
• Prepares and documents work in working papers using BDO tools and templates.
• Contributes ideas to audit teams and listens to other team members.
• Completes one accounting or audit research project and presents findings to Assurance panel.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong written and verbal

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Pursuing master's in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BDO USA, PC in Gulfport, MS is seeking an Intern to join our Assurance practice. You will gain hands-on experience with GAAP and GAAS while working alongside experienced team members who provide direction and coaching.

You will participate in on-the-job training, assist audit staff, communicate with client contacts, and help document work using BDO tools. This role offers a practical start to a career in public accounting.