Winter Audit Internship - Hands-On Real-World Audit

New Grad; Maplewood (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

New Grad is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in audit and assurance. You will work with experienced professionals on real‑world engagements, contributing to the accuracy of financial reporting for diverse clients.

You will collaborate on data entry, documentation, and basic analysis, assist with substantive and control testing, and learn audit software and workflows while receiving ongoing training and feedback from senior team members.

Qualifications

• 0 – 1 year of relevant experience.
• Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• High School Diploma or GED or High School equivalent certificate.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with audit teams to perform tasks such as data entry, documentation preparation, and basic analysis of financial information.
• Assist in conducting audit procedures, including substantive testing and control testing.
• Support the maintenance of audit files and documentation, ensuring they are accurate, organized, and compliant with firm standards.
• Assist in the preparation of workpapers and audit reports.
• Assist in compiling financial data, transactions, and other relevant information for audit analysis.
• Participate in basic analytical procedures to identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues.
• Actively engage in training sessions and learning opportunities to enhance your understanding of audit concepts, practices, and software tools.
• Seek guidance from audit team members to expand your knowledge and skill set.
• Utilize audit software and tools to input data, extract reports, and support audit processes.
• Learn to navigate and utilize various software applications commonly used in auditing.
• Communicate effectively with audit team members to provide updates on tasks, share insights, and ask questions when needed.
• Maintain open lines of communication to foster a collaborative work environment.
• Pay close attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and completeness of work assigned.
• Highlight any discrepancies or concerns to senior auditors for further review.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, professionalism, and a commitment to learning and contributing to the audit team's success.
• Uphold the firm’s ethical standards and values.

Skills

Data entry

Documentation

Basic financial analysis

Audit software familiarity

Effective communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree in progress

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Audit software

Job description

New Grad is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in audit and assurance. You will work with experienced professionals on real‑world engagements, contributing to the accuracy of financial reporting for diverse clients.

You will collaborate on data entry, documentation, and basic analysis, assist with substantive and control testing, and learn audit software and workflows while receiving ongoing training and feedback from senior team members.