About the role
Overview
At Wipfli, people count. Our people are the catalyst behind creating exceptional impact and extraordinary results. We believe in flexibility, focus on relationships, and encourage each individual to follow their own path. This Audit Internship for Spring 2028 is an in-person opportunity based in Naperville, IL. Interns work 5 days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites, which may vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry. Scheduled meetings require in-person attendance.
Compensation & Benefits
The estimated base pay rate for this role is \*\*$31.50/hour\*\*. Actual compensation at time of offer considers factors like location, skills, experience, training, licensure, and business needs. Wipfli offers paid sick leave and free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
What You’ll Do
Interns use their educational background to perform accounting-related responsibilities, such as:
- Responding to client and firm requests in a timely, accurate, and professional manner
- Gathering necessary information from clients for document completion
- Using data analysis to discover useful patterns and support recommendations
- Proactively identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency
Audit
- Specific Duties:
- Perform audit, review, and compliance testing in line with firm and professional standards, under guidance from engagement leaders
- Communicate openly with engagement leaders about open items, testing issues, or other important matters
- Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
- Develop technical competency with GAAP, especially as related to your assigned product line
What You’ll Gain
- Firsthand experience of the Wipfli Way while working alongside professionals at all levels
- Skills to become a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
- Hands-on audit experience and familiarity with related software applications
- The chance to work both independently and as part of a team on client engagements
- Exposure to a variety of clients and industries, from small businesses to large corporations
- Development of administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills—organizing, analyzing, and communicating effectively
Qualifications
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting (completion of a corporate or individual taxation class is required)
- Above-average accounting knowledge, demonstrated by college GPA (3.0 or higher preferred)
- Working toward eligibility to sit for the CPA exam after graduation
- Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
- Ability to think independently and make sound decisions based on education and experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with clients and staff
- Capability to prioritize tasks, follow through, take initiative, and meet deadlines
\*\*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship (now or in the future, e.g., H-1B status).\*\*
Additional Details
This role requires an in-person work arrangement—regularly working 5 days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites. #LI-onsite Bridgette Kahny from our recruiting team will guide you through this process. Connect with her on Linked. In! Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates receive consideration regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available—please email hr@wipfli.com. --- \_This job was found on bandana.com (https://www.bandana.com/?utm\_source=jd\_attribution&utm\_medium=repost)\_