Audit Intern

Job Description

Audit Internship-Spring 2028 | Wipfli

The Tone:
This is an internship at Wipfli, located in a Wipfli office or at client sites that can vary locally, regionally, or nationally. Wipfli is a firm where people are central to everything they do, acting as the catalyst for creating exceptional impact and extraordinary results. The company prioritizes flexibility, focuses on relationships, and encourages each individual to follow their own professional path. For those seeking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time or Part-time
• Location: In-person in a Wipfli office or at client sites (local, regional, or national)

• Mission: Utilize educational knowledge and experience to perform accounting-related responsibilities and provide support in recommendations for clients.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Response: Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive, and professional manner.
• Information Gathering: Respond to inquiries from clients and work with them to gather necessary information for the completion of required documents.
• Data Analysis: Use data analysis skills to discover useful information and patterns to provide support in recommendations.
• Process Improvement: Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency.
• Audit Procedures: Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, with completion of a corporate or individual taxation class required. This is an entry-level position.
• Experience: Demonstrated above-average knowledge in accounting, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher. Candidates should be working towards eligibility to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation.
• Skills: Ability to think independently and make sound decisions; good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and staff; ability to prioritize work, follow through on requests, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
• Bonus: Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data.