Public Accounting Intern – Audit & Tax Services

Job Description

Assurance Internship | ATKG

The Tone:
This is an Assurance Internship at ATKG. At ATKG, growth stems from continuous curiosity, embracing fresh thinking, and exploring new solutions to serve clients effectively. The firm has cultivated an environment where innovative ideas evolve into tangible progress and new opportunities, driving the company’s distinct approach to public accounting. This comprehensive internship program offers an invaluable introduction to the field, emphasizing professional development, mentoring, and coaching, enabling interns to understand how their strengths integrate into the dynamic world of tax, accounting, and advisory services. Interns will put textbook knowledge to immediate use on real client projects, experiencing ATKG’s collaborative environment firsthand, and discovering that the “real world” of work can be both engaging and enjoyable.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time, Part-time
• Location: In-person

• Mission: Support ATKG’s assurance team in delivering accurate financial compilations, reviews, and audits for clients, applying academic knowledge to real-world accounting challenges.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Assignments: Actively participate in a diverse range of public accounting assignments, gaining exposure to compilations, financial reviews, audits, general accounting tasks, and crucial research projects.
• Workpapers: Prepare detailed financial workpapers across various client accounts, focusing on areas such as cash management, accounts receivable, fixed assets, long-term debt, and comprehensive financial analytics.
• Fieldwork: Engage in valuable on-site fieldwork opportunities, allowing for direct application of classroom knowledge in real-world client environments.
• Client Interaction: Participate directly in client meetings, developing professional communication skills and understanding client needs firsthand within the advisory services framework.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level undergraduate or graduate business major, with a strong preference for candidates specializing in accounting or finance.
• Education: Successful completion of Intermediate Accounting I coursework is a fundamental requirement for this role.
• Skills: Demonstrate a genuine desire to learn and actively contribute to team projects, coupled with a consistently enthusiastic and positive attitude.
• Academic: Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2, with consideration for candidates who can provide a compelling explanation for variations.