Why Intern for Warren Averett?
While gaining professional skills that you can carry into your future career, Warren Averett also helps our interns build the relationships that can take you where you want to go. Not only has Warren Averett ranked on two of Forbes’ Best lists (America’s Best Tax Firms and America’s Best Accounting Firms), but the Firm has also repeatedly been named a Best Place to Work in several of our offices through our local footprint. We strive to hone a strong sense of comradery and to provide a good workplace culture where our interns can grow and thrive professionally and personally.
Responsibilities
Interns will build and maintain strong relationships with the Firm’s clients and team members, network with current CPAs and hone their abilities to use in a future public accounting career.
Interns will understand and improve their skillset with the following:
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing standards as defined in literature
- An awareness of current trends in the accounting profession
- The ability to communicate, both verbally and written, clearly and effectively
- Professional appearance in attitude, dress, poise and conduct
- A strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
- Develop proficiency in use of software utilized by the Firm
- Strong personal time management skills
Job Duties
- Complete assigned sections of audits including but not limited to cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable and inventory for clients in various industries
- Assist with drafting financial statements
- Assist team members with other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Excellent interpersonal skills in working with other staff and clients
- Ability to travel overnight, as required
- Must have or be working toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting; supported by a strong academic record.
- Must have a definitive plan to obtain the minimal educational requirements for CPA licensure in the state of your assigned office location, as well as a plan for passing the CPA exam.
Warren Averett is an equal opportunity employer. We hire, promote and make all other employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, military service, disability, age, or any other unlawful basis.
