Audit Intern
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About KPMG
KPMG is a global professional services firm known for being a great place to work and build a career. They provide audit, tax, and advisory services to organizations in various industries. KPMG’s growth is driven by delivering real results for their clients and is fueled by their inclusive culture, which encourages individual development, rewards innovative excellence, and supports communities.
Their dedication to employee well-being has earned them recognition as one of the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360, and other reputable organizations.
Job Description: Audit Intern
KPMG is currently seeking an Audit Intern to join their Audit Services team.
Responsibilities:
• Work as part of a team to conduct financial statement audits and ensure the accuracy and reliability of client financial information.
• Uphold principles of objectivity and independence while contributing to the overall effectiveness of clients’ operations.
• Develop an understanding of client-specific risks by reviewing financial results, relevant external information, current business trends, and client transactions.
• Primarily focus on financial services clients.
• Learn to prepare clear and well-structured audit documentation regarding the understanding of clients’ processes and technology systems.
• Execute and document testing of client controls and financial statement account balances using appropriate standards and terminology.
• Support the execution of high-quality audits through assigned tasks and professional client and engagement team interactions.
• Support the use of Data and Analytics (D&A) in the audit, including data extraction and analysis, using tools like AI, Excel, Alteryx, SQL, Python, and Power BI.
• Assist in preparing related documentation.
Qualifications:
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a Bachelor of Accountancy, Master of Accountancy, or equivalent program.
• Pursuing educational requirements for CPA licensure in the principal place of business for this position (completion of academic credits required prior to starting as an Audit Associate).
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science, or data and analytics preferred.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Alteryx or Power BI is preferred.
• Knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards, as well as generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ability to navigate various computer applications, including MS Office (emphasis on Excel).
• Aptitude to quickly learn KPMG Audit tools and applications used by clients.
• Demonstrated quality service mindset.
• Strong communication, time management, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to employ sound professional judgment and professional skepticism.
• Flexible and adaptable team player.
• Leadership experience.
• Resourceful in delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to demonstrate project management skills is a plus.
• Must be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation.
• Work location will require ability to work on client site(s) in Buffalo, New York between 40-60% of the time each week.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based sponsorship.
Note: KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.
