Audit Intern

About the role

At Hood & Associates CPAs, PC, we provide a full range of audit and assurance services to support our clients’ financial integrity and compliance. As we continue to grow, we value people who bring a strong work ethic, deliver consistent high-quality work, and embrace practical modernization through simple, efficient technology and processes. Our team is direct and accountable. They follow through and perform at a high level and have meaningful opportunities to grow in responsibility and client impact. Strong contributors are recognized and rewarded fairly and consistently. We keep expectations realistic and sustainable because long-term excellence depends on respecting people’s lives outside the office and the families they care about.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit teams with engagement fieldwork and task-based assignments in support of financial statement audits and other assurance services.
• Enter and organize client financial information into audit software and workpaper systems.
• Perform assigned audit procedures with guidance from senior team members.
• Absorb and prepare audit documentation, confirmations, schedules, and supporting workpapers.
• Obtain and organize information received through client portals and electronic file-sharing systems.
• Communicate questions, findings, or issues identified during audit procedures to the Senior Audit Manager or assigned engagement leadership.
• Support engagement teams in meeting deadlines and maintaining efficient workflow processes.
• Assist with administrative and organizational tasks related to audit engagements as needed.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to firm policies and professional standards.
• Contribute to a targeted billable percentage of approximately 75% and realization goals established by the firm.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Prior internship, accounting coursework, or office experience preferred.
• Interest in pursuing a CPA license or career in public accounting preferred.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Dependable and able to meet deadlines while producing accurate work.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, audit software, and firm processes.
• Professional and effective communication within a team environment.
• Maintenance of confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards in all work performed.
• Adaptability, coachability, and openness to constructive feedback.
• Positive contribution to team culture through collaboration, accountability, and respect for others.
• Motivation to grow professionally and gain hands-on experience in assurance services.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies and audit software.
• Professionalism and ethical standards.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn.

Benefits

Importantly, you’ll be part of a team that prioritizes trust, collaboration, and having fun. We work hard and value rest.

Pay

$20/hr (Max - 25 hrs/week)

Schedule

Hybrid

EEO and Diversity Statement

Hood & Associates CPA’s is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, compensate, develop, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic or activity in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please tell us. At Hood & Associates CPA’s, we champion a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on diversity, and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We are one team from many backgrounds, innovating through diversity of individuals, who are driven by a passion for creating an inclusive space for all. Believing a culture of equality creates a stronger work environment for all employees and that we are all accountable for encouraging and celebrating diverse voices, Hood & Associates CPA’s will continue to champion a workplace culture that prizes diversity and inclusivity.