Audit Intern/Trainee

Job Description

About PwC’s External Audit Services:

PwC offers external audit services providing assurance services and business advice to a diverse client base, ranging from small, rapidly growing companies to large multinational corporations. Many clients are well-known brands with significant international presence. The firm emphasizes the use of advanced technology to minimize manual testing, allowing employees to concentrate on high-value client service and enhancing corporate governance and data reliability. PwC fosters a leadership development framework called the PwC Professional, which aims to cultivate purpose-led and values-driven leaders at all levels.

Job Description: Audit Intern/Trainee

As an intern or trainee, you will be part of a team tackling complex business challenges, from strategic planning to implementation. The role involves supporting various phases of financial statement audits and other projects. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting Audit Phases: Assisting with the execution of financial statement audits.
• Project Support: Contributing to projects, showcasing creative thinking and initiative within a team environment.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Collaborating effectively with team members and fostering strong professional relationships.
• Seeking Guidance: Proactively requesting guidance, clarification, and feedback from senior team members.
• Prioritization & Task Management: Demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks, maintaining professional skepticism.

PwC Professional Skills & Responsibilities (for this level):

• Curiosity and willingness to explore new approaches.
• Understanding PwC’s business operations and client value proposition.
• Critical thinking involving data analysis and questioning information.
• Utilizing various tools and techniques for research, analysis, and problem-solving.
• Producing high-quality work that meets professional standards.
• Staying current with technical advancements in the area of specialization.
• Responsible handling, manipulation, and analysis of data.
• Clear, concise, and articulate communication (written and verbal).
• Embracing diverse perspectives and engaging with opposing viewpoints.
• Adherence to the firm’s ethical code and business conduct guidelines.

Job Requirements and Preferences:

• Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Preferred Qualifications: Ideally, candidates are in their 3rd year of a 4-year program or 4th year of a 5-year program, and participating in an internship during the winter/spring or summer before graduation. Meeting educational requirements for a CPA license (150 credit hours) is preferred, or documentation showing eligibility through reciprocity.
• Preferred Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrated interest in auditing and public accounting; foundational knowledge of financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation, and financial reporting systems (including GAAP); ability to research and analyze client, industry, and technical information; problem-solving skills, task prioritization, effective communication with various leadership levels (both written and verbal), and self-motivation.