Outsourced Accounting Internship-Summer 2026

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.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with payroll and accounting client projects
• Enter process and reconcile client transactions on a regular and timely basis
• Prepare reports as appropriate in accordance with firm and professional standards as directed by engagement leaders
• Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely accurate positive and professional manner
• Communicate proactively with other firm associates regarding open items problems or other important matters in a timely manner
• Adhere to prescribed policies time budgets and deadlines
• Prepare correspondence related to client engagements under supervision as appropriate
• Assist the team in special projects as appropriate

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 accounting 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
• This is a paid internship and can be used for school credit if applicable

Qualifications:

• Pursuing an Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Accounting
• Above average knowledge in accounting as demonstrated by college GPA; Preferred 3.0 GPA or higher
• Preferred coursework in accounting
• 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:

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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 pay for this postion is $29.50. The actual pay 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. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans) dental and vision coverage opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution well-being incentive education & certification assistance flexible time off family care leave parental leave family formation benefits cell phone reimbursement and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance hospital indemnity insurance legal long-term care pet insurance ID theft protection and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation position status/level and location.

Wipfli is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law regulations and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

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