Audit Internship – Summer 2028
About The Position
Wipfli is hiring an Audit Intern for Summer 2028. Interns use their accounting education and experience to support client engagements and perform accounting-related responsibilities. The position requires in-person work five days a week for full-time interns, in a Wipfli office or at client sites; client-site locations may vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at client sites and in the office require in-person attendance. The intern performs audit, review, and compliance testing procedures under firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders. The role also involves communicating with clients and firm associates, gathering information, using data analysis to support recommendations, identifying process improvements, preparing or reviewing financial statements and other engagement outputs, and developing technical competency in GAAP. The internship offers hands-on audit experience, exposure to software applications and a variety of clients and industries, and opportunities to develop professional, administrative, analytical, and interpersonal skills while working independently and as part of a team.
Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting.
- Completion of a corporate or individual taxation class is required.
- Working toward eligibility to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation.
- Ability to think independently and make sound decisions based on education and experience.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills for communicating effectively with clients and staff.
- Ability to prioritize work, follow through on requests, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire; candidates requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred college GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data.
Responsibilities
- Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive, and professional manner.
- Respond to client inquiries and gather information needed to complete required documents.
- Use data analysis skills to identify useful information and patterns and support recommendations.
- Proactively identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency.
- Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders.
- Communicate with engagement leaders about open items, testing problems, and other important matters in a timely manner.
- Prepare, or review client-prepared, financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs.
- Develop technical competency with GAAP, especially as related to the assigned product line.
Benefits
- Paid sick leave.
- Access to free, confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
