Intern / Trainee, Digital Assurance & Transparency
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Job Description
About the Company:
PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers) is a global professional services network providing assurance, consulting, strategy, tax, and transactions services. Their Digital Assurance and Transparency (DAT) practice is a leading innovator, focused on delivering high-quality, technology-enabled solutions that promote trust and transparency for clients. The firm emphasizes quality, value, innovation, and growth, particularly in emerging technologies like cloud computing, digital assets, artificial intelligence, and cryptocurrencies. PwC’s commitment to leadership development is embodied in the PwC Professional framework, outlining expectations and skills for career progression.
Job Description:
This is an internship/trainee position within PwC’s Digital Assurance and Transparency (DAT) practice. Interns will contribute to a team of problem-solvers, working on complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include participating in various phases of internal control evaluations supporting external audits, specifically related to information systems and business processes (planning, execution, completion). The role involves:
• Evaluating Controls and Processes: Assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, conducting controls and transaction testing, and performing readiness assessments.
• Providing Insights and Recommendations: Offering observations and recommendations to clients regarding their business processes, technologies (including emerging technologies like cloud, AI, and cryptocurrencies), and third-party provider oversight.
• Assurance Services: Providing assurance over service organizations offering technology, emerging, and business functions across various ecosystems.
• Collaboration: Working collaboratively with diverse teams across segments, sectors, and specialties on a variety of projects.
• Innovation: Driving innovation and contributing to the future of end-to-end audits through technology, with a focus on quality and value.
• Professional Development: Utilizing and developing skills outlined in the PwC Professional framework, including curiosity, problem-solving, data analysis, communication, and ethical conduct.
• Client Interaction: Interacting with various levels of client and firm management.
• Flexibility and Travel: Demonstrating flexibility and willingness to travel as needed for client assignments.
Specific Intern Responsibilities:
• Participating in select phases of internal control evaluations (planning, execution, completion) focused on information systems and business processes.
• Proactively seeking guidance and feedback.
• Demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks, exercising professional skepticism.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MIS, Economics, Business Administration/Management, Business Analytics, Finance & Technology, or Computer and Information Science & Accounting.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Preferably a 3rd-year student in a 4-year program or a 4th-year student in a 5-year program. Internships typically occur during winter/spring or summer before graduation.
• Preference for candidates pursuing or possessing certifications such as CPA or CISA.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and strong written and verbal communication.
• Understanding of application controls, IT general controls, financial reporting, and the external audit process is beneficial.
• Ability to work with various levels of client and firm management.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel.
