The intern will assist the assurance team with audit procedures, including documentation, research, and communication with clients. They will participate in structured training to gain familiarity with accounting principles and audit methodologies.
Requirements overview
Candidates must be enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in accounting and actively pursuing CPA credits. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong communication skills are required.
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Job Summary:
BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like
entrepreneurs. As an Intern in our Assurance practice, you will begin to
utilize your educational background as well as your organizational skills as you
serve the firm's dynamic client base. You will assist in problem solving and
fact-finding, working side-by-side with more experienced team members who can
provide you with direction, coaching and learning opportunities. This
opportunity will allow you to gain a unique hands-on perspective on our firm’s
practices and people, as well as beginning to forge the critical relationships
that will help maximize your chance for success in your career.
Job Duties:
Typical responsibilities will include:
* Participates in a structured on-the-job training program and become familiar
with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing
Standards
* Becomes familiar with BDO specific audit methodology to assist with various
stages of the audit process
* Provides various support functions to the audit staff during engagement
* Communicates with the clients' customers, creditors, banks and related
parties concerning audit issues
* Prepares and documents work in working papers utilizing BDO specific tools
and templates
* Contributes ideas/opinions to the audit teams and listen/respond to other
team members’ views
* Completes one assigned accounting or audit related research project and able
to present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals
* Other duties as required
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
* Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting, required
* Pursuing a masters degree in Accounting, preferred
Experience:
* Leadership experience, preferred
License/Certifications:
* Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA
Software:
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and
PowerPoint, required
Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to follow instructions as directed
* Ability to work effectively in a team setting
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after
consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s
qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
California Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr
Colorado Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Maryland Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Massachusetts Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
New Jersey Range: $38.00/hr - $42.00/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr
Virginia Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Washington Range: $35.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one
another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment
to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work,
leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around
what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and
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each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients,
and create meaningful impact.
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and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping
clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s
success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their
financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful
addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits*
offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our
connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.
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