Winter Audit Internship Program

Job Description

Winter Audit Intern (2027) | PKF O’Connor Davies

The Tone:
This is a part-time internship at PKF O’Connor Davies, located in Harrison, NY. PKF O’Connor Davies is a top-ranked accounting, tax, and advisory firm with a legacy spanning over a century, distinguished by deep industry expertise, a personalized client approach, and an unwavering commitment to delivering substantial value. The firm’s mission centers on providing exceptional service and cultivating long-term relationships founded on trust and integrity across a diverse client base. This internship offers students an immersive experience in public accounting, allowing them to engage in real-world audit projects alongside industry group specialists. It is a critical opportunity for gaining hands-on experience, exploring a professional career path, and contributing meaningfully within a firm dedicated to fostering growth, collaboration, and work-life balance for its team members.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person, Harrison, NY
• Pay: $30–$32 hourly
• Mission: To assist industry group specialists in providing quality audit services to the firm’s clients through authentic engagements, allowing interns to gain real-world experience in public accounting.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Develop professional relationships with clients and internal team members, while adhering to the Firm’s established policies and procedures for efficient and professional conduct.
• Assist clients with routine accounting functions and contribute to the preparation of compilation, review, and audit engagements.
• Draft financial statements according to prescribed formatting and develop a working knowledge of all routinely used microcomputer applications.
• Become knowledgeable about relevant accounting pronouncements and demonstrate a basic understanding of income tax principles.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level. Candidates are required to have completed at least 75% of a bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university. The role necessitates a foundational understanding of accounting pronouncements and basic income tax principles to effectively contribute to client engagements.
• Experience: Applicants must demonstrate active progress towards CPA exam eligibility. This structured part-time program spans from early January through mid-April and requires a consistent commitment of a minimum of 20 hours per week. Additionally, candidates must be willing to travel locally to client sites 80%+ of the time and possess reliable access to a car or public transportation.
• Skills: Possess strong communication and computer skills, including the ability to quickly learn and utilize microcomputer applications. Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused approach and proven capability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously, maintaining professionalism and efficiency.