Audit Intern

Job Description

Audit Internship – Spring 2028 | Wipfli

The Tone:
This is an Audit Internship at Wipfli, located in a Wipfli office or at client sites which can vary locally, regionally, or nationally. Wipfli is a 3,596-person organization that prioritizes its people, believing they are fundamental to creating exceptional impact and extraordinary results. This role is crucial as it provides hands-on experience in audit work, helping to develop future trusted business advisors and contribute directly to client engagements. Interns will immerse themselves in the Wipfli culture, gaining practical skills while working alongside professionals and serving diverse clients.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time or Part-time
• Location: In-person at a Wipfli office or client site (local, regional, or national)
• Mission: Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures, and provide data-driven support to clients, developing into a trusted business advisor.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client and Associate Engagement: Respond to all client and firm associate requests promptly, accurately, positively, and professionally, facilitating smooth communication and essential information flow.
• Audit Procedure Execution: Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures diligently, adhering strictly to firm and professional standards, and following explicit direction from engagement leaders.
• Financial Reporting Support: Prepare or thoroughly review client-prepared financial statements, including detailed footnotes, comprehensive management reports, and other vital engagement outputs.
• Data Analysis and Recommendations: Utilize data analysis skills to uncover useful information and identify patterns, providing robust support for informed recommendations and proactively identifying process improvement opportunities.
• Technical and Engagement Communication: Develop technical competency in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) related to assigned product lines, and communicate effectively with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other critical engagement matters in a timely manner.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, with required completion of a corporate or individual taxation class. This is an entry-level position. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire, without requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.
• Experience: Demonstrated above-average knowledge in accounting, preferably evidenced by a college GPA of 3.0 or higher. Candidates should be actively working towards eligibility to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation.
• Skills: Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with both clients and staff. Exhibits the ability to think independently and make sound decisions based on educational knowledge and practical experience. Capable of prioritizing work, consistently following through on requests, taking initiative, and reliably meeting established deadlines.
• Bonus: Preferred coursework or academic exposure in Data Analytics or Big Data, indicating an interest in modern analytical tools.