Winter Assurance Internship 2027 - Richmond, VA

PBMares LLP•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Accounting Intern supports assurance engagement teams in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to clients across diverse industries. The internship develops foundational technical and analytical capabilities, including the use of approved AI-enabled audit tools, while building professional judgment and understanding of risk, internal controls, and financial reporting. It provides exposure to public accounting and supports growth toward a future audit career. The intern contributes to a positive client experience through professional, responsive communication; helps prepare and follow up on client information requests; observes and takes notes in client meetings; and meets deadlines and quality expectations. Under supervision, the intern performs analytical procedures and testing of fundamental financial statement areas, documents client processes and tests controls, applies foundational accounting principles and relevant FASB and AICPA guidance, and assists with basic financial statements and other deliverables. The role uses firm-approved audit software, data analytics, AI-assisted applications, Microsoft Office, and other firm-standard tools, with human review and accountability for AI outputs. The intern collaborates with engagement teams, responds constructively to feedback, and manages assigned work efficiently. The position also involves identifying opportunities to improve quality or efficiency through technology, standardized processes, or better documentation. Minimal travel is required, including travel to client sites. The work takes place in a professional office environment using standard business equipment and may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, or travel. Overtime is required during peak periods.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an accounting degree as a rising junior or senior.
Progress toward eligibility for CPA exam completion and licensure.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
Strong interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills.
Reliable transportation for travel to client sites.

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

Support engagement teams in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to clients.
Demonstrate professionalism, responsiveness, and clear communication to contribute to a positive client experience.
Help prepare client information requests and follow up to obtain timely and complete responses.
Observe and take notes during client meetings to understand client expectations and engagement scope.
Meet deadlines and quality expectations in line with client commitments.
Perform analytical procedures and test fundamental financial statement areas, such as cash, fixed assets, and accounts payable, using firm-approved audit methodologies.
Document client process workflows and execute control testing under supervision.
Apply foundational accounting principles, including relevant FASB and AICPA guidance, when completing audit procedures.
Use audit software, data analytics tools, and approved AI-assisted applications in accordance with firm policy, ensuring human review of outputs.
Assist with drafting basic financial statements and related deliverables.
Clearly document work performed using Microsoft Office and other firm-standard applications.
Build effective working relationships with engagement teams through collaboration, reliability, and openness to feedback.
Manage assigned work efficiently to support engagement team productivity and profitability.
Identify opportunities to improve quality or efficiency through technology, standardized processes, or improved documentation.
Use approved AI tools in accordance with firm policies, data privacy requirements, and ethical standards, retaining human review and accountability for final outputs.
Leverage firm technology to improve workflow efficiency, accuracy, and client service delivery.