Audit Intern

Job Description

About the Job: Audit Intern at Baker Tilly

Are you an aspiring accounting professional looking to kickstart your career and gain valuable experience within a leading firm? Baker Tilly offers an exceptional opportunity for students to join their team as an Audit Intern, providing a dynamic environment to learn, grow, and build a strong professional network.

As an Audit Intern at Baker Tilly, you will be an integral part of a firm recognized for its rapid growth and commitment to client and employee success. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience in audit and assurance services, allowing you to apply your academic knowledge in real-world scenarios.

What You Will Enjoy in This Role:

• Exposure to Public Accounting: Gain invaluable insights into the public accounting industry, helping you determine if it’s the right long-term career path for you.
• Commitment to Development: Work for a firm that prioritizes the growth and well-being of its employees. Baker Tilly’s leadership is transparent in its decisions and dedicated to fostering an environment where you can thrive.
• Professional Growth: Develop crucial client service skills and enhance your technical accounting expertise, laying a solid foundation for your future career.

Key Opportunities During Your Internship:

• Hands-on Audit Experience: Work full-time on audit engagements, gaining practical experience in a fast-paced professional setting.
• Comprehensive Training: Participate in a structured intern orientation, technical training, and development program designed to equip you with the tools needed to contribute effectively to client engagements.
• Real-World Application: Experience on-the-job training through actual client engagements, directly showcasing how your academic learning translates into the professional environment.
• Mentorship: Learn directly from experienced associates, seniors, managers, and partners who possess specialized knowledge across various industries and services.
• Networking and Relationships: Build lasting friendships and strong professional relationships with colleagues and mentors.
• Future Employment Potential: Demonstrate your performance and capabilities, with the opportunity to be considered for a full-time Associate position upon graduation.

Qualifications:

To be a successful candidate for the Audit Intern position, you should meet the following criteria:

Enrollment and Availability:

• Currently enrolled as a student in an accounting or related business program.
• Must have sufficient coursework and credits to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in the state you are being considered before commencing full-time employment.
• Ability to work full-time for the entire duration of the internship.
• Please note: Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Academic Excellence: Outstanding academic performance is required, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Relevant Experience: Previous internship experience, relevant work experience, and/or involvement with a professional organization is desired.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with all levels of client personnel.
• Essential Skills: Strong skills in time management, communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal interactions, relationship building, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• Personal Attributes: Exhibit strong organizational and analytical skills, initiative, and adaptability.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

About Baker Tilly:

Baker Tilly is a premier advisory, tax, and assurance firm, providing clients with a global advantage through its presence in major U.S. regions and leading financial centers worldwide. Baker Tilly operates through an alternative practice structure, with Baker Tilly US, LLP providing attest services as a licensed independent CPA firm, and Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiaries offering tax and business advisory services. Baker Tilly is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a vast worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis.

For more information about work location status and specific requirements, please discuss with a Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional.