Spring 2027 Audit Intern

Keiter • Glen Allen, VA

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Opportunity Advisor®, Keiter's mission goes beyond compliance. We help clients uncover new opportunities through deep relationships, proactive insights, and thoughtful tax strategies tailored to their evolving needs. The Spring 2027 Audit Intern will assist on audit engagements across multiple industries, perform audit testing procedures, help prepare and update audit documentation, and gain exposure to on-site audit work. This paid opportunity is designed to help interns reach their CPA exam goals and offers networking opportunities outside the office, comprehensive training, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Completion of at least one semester of an intermediate-level accounting class.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and other computer skills.
• Interest in pursuing a career in public accounting and sitting for the CPA exam.
• Authorization to work in the United States of America throughout their employment with the company.

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or accounting systems.
• Have completed at least one semester of intermediate accounting.
• Detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and collaborative mindset.
• Growth-oriented, entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Assist on audit engagements across multiple industries, including for-profit, nonprofit, and ERISA/benefit plan clients.
• Perform audit testing procedures, such as: Participant data testing and contribution testing (ERISA/401(k)), Cash testing, payroll testing, investment testing, and analytical procedures, Substantive testing, rollforwards, and compliance testing.
• Help prepare and update audit documentation and workpapers, often referencing prior-year files.
• Gain exposure to on-site audit work, including interacting with client personnel and observing audit procedures in real time.
• Use audit software and tools such as CaseWare, XCM, ShareFile, client portals, and Excel.
• Learn how audit teams plan, execute, and review engagements from start to finish.

Benefits

• A flexible, supportive work environment that empowers your professional and personal success.
• A firm that is committed to our clients and staff.
• An inclusive, team-oriented culture.
• Opportunities to do projects typical of a first-year associate.
• Paid opportunities to help you reach your CPA exam goals.
• Opportunities to network with team members outside the office.
• Comprehensive training and orientation to our systems and firm.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree