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Audit Intern | Multiple Locations Summer 2024

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KPMG US

Oct 6, 2023

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Accounting & Tax
  • San Francisco

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors: Bachelor of Accountancy, Master of Accountancy, or equivalent program
  • Pursuing educational requirements for CPA licensure in the principal place of business (the state in which the office is located) for this position (completion of academic credits required prior to starting as an Audit Associate)
  • Upon completion of this internship, candidates must have additional academic credits to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements
  • Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data and analytics preferred; experience with data analysis tools and techniques such as Alteryx or Power BI preferred
  • Knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards; knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
  • Ability to navigate various computer applications, including MS Office (emphasis on Excel); aptitude to quickly learn KPMG Audit tools and applications used by our clients
  • Demonstrated quality service mindset; strong communication, time management and relationship-building skills; able to employ sound professional judgment and professional skepticism; flexible and adaptable team player; leadership experience and resourceful in delivering high quality work; ability to demonstrate project management skills is a plus
  • Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation
  • Work location may be in the office but will typically be at client sites, some of which may require travel and overnight/extended stay (varies by office); Audit professionals may have the opportunity to work virtually/remotely in the U.S. depending on business needs
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Responsibilities

  • Develop an understanding of client-specific risks through review of financial results of the client, relevant external information, current business trends and specific client transactions
  • Learn to prepare clear, well-structured and effective audit documentation regarding our understanding of clients processes and technology systems
  • With appropriate guidance, execute and document testing of client controls and financial statement account balances with clear explanations of procedures and results using appropriate standards and terminology
  • Support the execution of a high-quality audit through the diligent performance of assigned tasks and professional client and engagement team interactions
  • Adhere to the Firms Values and Code of Conduct

KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax & advisory firm, operates from 75+ offices and over 40,000 partners and professionals.

Accounting
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10,001+
Employees
1987
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms and the fastest growing Big Four accounting firm in the United States. With 75+ offices and more than 40,000 employees and partners throughout the US, we’re leading the industry in new and exciting ways. Our size and strength make us much more agile and responsive to changing trends.