Audit Intern

Job Description

Audit Intern | Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District

The Tone:
This is a fixed-term Audit Internship at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, located in Cleveland, OH, offering a hybrid work environment. NEORSD is a public utility responsible for wastewater treatment and stormwater management in the region, focusing on public health and environmental protection for Northeast Ohio. This role provides a crucial opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of a vital public service by assisting the Internal Audit department with essential data analysis and project support. The intern will gain hands-on experience in audit processes and specialized software, contributing directly to departmental objectives.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary (12-month fixed-term), 20-40 hours/week
• Location: Hybrid, Cleveland, OH
• Pay: $19.82–$21.85 hourly
• Team: Internal Audit
• Mission: Assist the Internal Audit department by performing critical data and report analysis and supporting audit assignments to ensure financial oversight and operational effectiveness within NEORSD systems.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft tools, ACL, Diligent Platform

What You’ll Actually Do
• Data Analysis: Perform comprehensive data and report analysis across finance, accounting, purchasing, and other NEORSD systems, utilizing Microsoft tools to collect and present findings.
• Audit Processes: Assist with the development of workflows and work plans, while also gaining an understanding of and contributing to internal audit processes.
• Software Proficiency: Develop proficiency and integrate with specialized Internal Audit software, specifically learning and applying ACL and the Diligent Platform for audit tasks.
• Departmental Support: Prioritize assignments, exercise professional judgment, and assist with various departmental reporting requirements while maintaining professionalism.
• Professional Growth: Actively participate in all assigned early talent events, including professional development workshops, networking sessions, and industry exposure activities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Must be currently enrolled in or have graduated within the past 24 months from an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree program, specifically pursuing or having completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, or a closely related field.
• Experience: Ability to commit to a fixed-term assignment of 12 months, working 20-40 hours per week during normal business hours (Monday-Friday), with an option for extension at NEORSD’s discretion.
• Skills: Demonstrated analytical and data reporting capabilities, particularly with Microsoft tools; strong ability to prioritize assignments and apply sound professional judgment; possession of a valid driver’s license with a driving record compliant with District guidelines.