Junior Accountant Intern

Junior Accountant Intern

We are a small CPA firm in the Bronx, New York, with a tight-knit and competent staff. We are currently seeking an objective, highly skilled Junior Auditor Intern. This Internship position offers candidates the opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job training and experience related to the Auditing career field. Interns will work part-time with the opportunity for a full-time position.

Experience working on audits, reviews, and/or compilations in a CPA firm with expertise using CaseWare/PPC SMART Practice Aids (or similar engagement software) would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned audits and other assurance engagements successfully from start to finish while adhering to applicable professional standards.
• Prepare planning documents and perform an overall risk assessment of assigned clients.
• Perform internal control testing procedures.
• Obtain and review audit evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well documented.
• Identify and communicate issues discovered during the engagement and recommend solutions.
• Preparation of financial statements, footnotes, and any supplemental information.
• Communicate assigned tasks to the engagement team clearly and concisely to ensure high-quality, accurate, and efficient results.
• Actively participate in learning and development opportunities, formal learning (CPE), and training programs.

Qualifications

• Students must be actively enrolled in a degree program in accounting, finance, or a related field and maintain good academic standing.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, planning, organizing, and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills (listening, verbal, written).
• Authorized to work in the US.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of Pivot Table is a must.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance

Work Arrangement

Work In Office Required

Office location: Bronx NY

Schedule

Monday - Friday Time: TBD

Education

Actively enrolled in a degree program in accounting, finance, or a related field.

Office Location

Bronx New York

Please submit your resume and cover letter to jackcheck3133@gmail.com.

Compensation

$17.00 per hour

Working at Jackson Hewitt

Jackson Hewitt is an innovator with nearly 6,000 locations, and we’re on a mission to change the face of the tax industry. We are an industry-leading provider of full-service individual, federal, and state income tax preparation with offices across the country. Jackson Hewitt is always seeking to improve its financial products, promotions, and partnerships so clients get more.

Taxes are fun (really!)

Jackson Hewitt is proud to offer free tax training as well as continuing education for tax preparers across the country. With nearly 6,000 locations to choose from, there's likely a Jackson Hewitt location near you, including at your local Walmart store. Tax preparers have flexible scheduling and various rewards too.

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Key skills/competency

• Junior Accountant Intern skills
• Auditing and assurance engagements
• Risk assessment and internal control testing
• Financial statement preparation
• Client communication
• Problem-solving and attention to detail
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Pivot Tables)
• Teamwork and independent work
• Accounting and finance degree candidates
• CPA firm experience (preferred)