Audit Intern

Job Description

2027 Winter Audit Internship | UHY-US

The Tone:
This is a temporary audit internship at UHY-US, located in St. Louis. UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms, providing audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services to a diverse clientele, primarily within the middle market. This role offers a unique opportunity for aspiring professionals to gain practical experience, contributing to the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for our clients. Through hands-on exposure to real-world audit engagements, interns will work alongside experienced professionals and enhance their understanding of audit concepts and practices.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary, less than six (6) month
• Location: St. Louis
• Mission: To assist audit teams in performing foundational tasks and procedures that ensure the accuracy and integrity of client financial reporting.
• Tech Stack: Audit software and tools, various software applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Collaboration: Collaborate with audit teams to perform tasks such as data entry, documentation preparation, and basic analysis of financial information.
• Procedure Execution: Assist in conducting audit procedures, including substantive testing and control testing, under the guidance of senior auditors.
• Documentation Management: Support the maintenance of audit files and documentation, ensuring they are accurate, organized, and compliant with firm standards.
• Reporting Support: Assist in the preparation of workpapers and audit reports by compiling financial data and relevant information.
• Data Analysis: Participate in basic analytical procedures to identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues within financial data.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. High School Diploma or GED or High School equivalent certificate.
• Experience: 0 – 1 year of relevant experience.
• Skills: Proficiency in basic data entry and financial information analysis, ability to utilize audit software and various applications, effective communication, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Bonus: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.