Accounting Internship- Spring 2027
Accounting Internship- Spring 2027
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Job Description
Overview
At Wipfli people count.
At Wipfli our people are core to everything we dothe catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.
We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.
People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.
This role requires an in-person work arrangement. At Wipfli in-person work is defined as associates regularly working 5 days a week for full-time interns or during your working hours for part-time interns in a Wipfli office or at client sites. The client sites can vary locally regionally or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Interns will be responsible for utilizing educational knowledge and experience to perform numerous accounting related responsibilities such as:
- Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely accurate positive and professional manner
- Respond to inquiries from client and work with client to gather necessary information for completion of required documents
- Use data analysis skills to discover useful information and patterns to provide support in recommendations
- Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency
***NOTE: Interns may receive experience in both tax ANDaudit***
Tax Specific:
- Prepare individual business and fiduciary tax returns and projections in accordance with firm and professional standards as directed by engagement leaders
- Understand and effectively use current tax and accounting software applications
- Research tax related issues and other related financial reports
- Perform a limited number of tax return interviews as needed
Audit Specific:
- Perform audit review and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders
- Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items testing problems or other important matters in a timely manner
- Prepare (or review client prepared) financial statements and footnotes management reports and other engagement outputs
- Develop technical competency with GAAP especially related to assigned product line
What You will Gain
- Experience the Wipfli Way first hand while working side by side with professionals from all levels of the firm
- Develop experience and skills to become a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
- Gain hands-on experience in tax and/or audit work and related software applications
- Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagements
- Gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries ranging from small businesses to large corporations
- Develop administrative professional and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize analyze and communicate with others in a productive and efficient manner
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting (completion of corporate or individual taxation class is required)
Above average knowledge in accounting as demonstrated by college GPA; Preferred 3.0 GPA or higher
- Working towards eligibility to sit for CPA exam upon graduation
- Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
- Ability to think independently and make good decisions based on education and experience
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients and staff
- Ability to prioritize work follow through on requeststake initiative and meet deadlines
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g. H-1B status)
Estella Anderson from our recruiting team will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect!
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Additional Details
Additional Details:
This role requires an in-person work arrangement. At Wipfli in-person work is defined as associates regularly working 5 days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites. The client sites can vary locally regionally or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.
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Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race creed color religion national origin sex age marital status sexual orientation gender identify veteran status disability or any other characteristics protected by federal state or local laws.
Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application interview or participate in our recruiting process please send us an email at
Wipfli values fair transparent and competitive compensation considering each candidates unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay rate for this role is $28.50/hour. The actual hourly rate at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location skills experience training/education licensure certifications business needs current associate pay and relevant employment laws.
Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Benefit offerings include paid sick leave; access to free confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program. This role requires a hybrid work arrangement. At Wipfli hybrid is defined as associates regularly work in a Wipfli office from home and other meeting sites. Note that scheduled meetings in the office will require in-person attendance.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Unclear
