Accounting Internship - Spring 2025At — Wipfli LLP

At Wipfli, people count

The way you think makes you different. At Wipfli, we embrace that.

Our inclusive culture provides a space for everyone to have a voice. Our growing number of DEI resource groups celebrate diversity and champion awareness throughout Wipfli.

We’re also focused on helping you achieve success with balance. From hybrid schedules and flexible time off to training programs and mental wellness initiatives, we take care of our team.

If you want to be in an environment where you can grow, feed your curiosity and make a difference, Wipfli is the place for you.

Responsibilities:

Interns will be responsible for utilizing educational knowledge and experience to perform numerous accounting related responsibilities such as:

• Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner
• Respond to inquiries from client and work with client to gather necessary information for completion of required documents
• Use data analysis skills to discover useful information and patterns to provide support in recommendations
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency

***NOTE: Interns will receive experience in tax OR audit and in some instances both.***

Tax Specific:

• Prepare individual, business and fiduciary tax returns and projections in accordance with firm and professional standards as directed by engagement leaders
• Understand and effectively use current tax and accounting software applications
• Research tax related issues and other related financial reports
• Perform a limited number of tax return interviews as needed

Audit Specific:

• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders
• Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters in a timely manner
• Prepare (or review client prepared) financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
• Develop technical competency with GAAP, especially related to assigned product line

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 tax and/or audit 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

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting (completion of corporate or individual taxation class is required)
• Above average competency in accounting as demonstrated by college GPA; Preffered 3.0 GPA or higher
• Working towards eligibility to sit for CPA exam upon graduation (150 credits)
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
• 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 requests, take initiative and meet deadlines

Training:

Interns will receive bi-weekly training the first six weeks of their internship and are assigned a Performance Coach to provide ongoing feedback and learning.

Learning Outcome:

By the end of the academic internship, the student will be able to prepare taxes, interact with clients, and gain hands-on accounting experience.
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 tax and/or audit 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