Intern/Trainee in External Audit Services
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Job Description
About PwC’s External Audit Services:
PwC offers External Audit services providing assurance services and business advice to diverse clients, ranging from small, fast-growing companies to large, internationally recognized brands. The firm leverages technology to minimize manual testing, allowing its professionals to focus on high-value client service, corporate governance enhancement, and ensuring the reliability of client information. PwC emphasizes a purpose-led and values-driven leadership approach, utilizing the PwC Professional global leadership development framework to guide employee growth and success.
Job Description: Intern/Trainee in External Audit Services:
As an intern/trainee, you will be part of a team solving complex business issues. The role involves supporting various phases of financial statement audits and select projects, requiring creative thinking, initiative, and teamwork. Essential responsibilities include:
• Supporting select phases of a financial statement audit.
• Contributing to select projects, demonstrating creative thinking and individual initiative within a team environment, fostering strong team relationships.
• Actively seeking guidance, clarification, and feedback.
• Demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks while maintaining professional skepticism.
The role also requires the development and application of several key skills outlined in the PwC Professional framework, including:
• Curiosity and willingness to try new approaches.
• Understanding of PwC’s business operations and client value-add.
• Broad thinking and insightful questioning regarding data, facts, and information.
• Proficiency in research, analysis, and problem-solving using various tools and techniques.
• Production of high-quality work that adheres to professional standards.
• Staying current with technical advancements in your area of specialization.
• Responsible handling, manipulation, and analysis of data and information.
• Clear, concise, and confident communication (verbal and written).
• Embracing diverse perspectives and welcoming opposing viewpoints.
• Adherence to the firm’s ethical code and business conduct principles.
Job Requirements and Preferences:
• Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; 3.0 GPA minimum; 0 years of experience. Preferred candidates are typically in their 3rd year of a 4-year program or 4th year of a 5-year program, participating in internships during winter/spring or summer before graduation.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior client service experience (internship preferred); meeting educational requirements for a CPA license (150 credit hours or equivalent).
• Preferred Knowledge/Skills: Interest in auditing and a public accounting career; foundational knowledge of financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation, and financial reporting systems (including GAAP); basic research and analytical skills; problem-solving abilities; ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize; effective written and verbal communication with various levels of leadership; self-motivation and a commitment to personal development.
