Accounting Internship - Spring 2025

Referral Details :

We greatly appreciate your referral, and we look forward to reviewing the qualifications of the candidate you've recommended.

Here's a brief overview of the process :

After you've completed this referral form, your recommended candidate will be directed to apply for the specific role through our website.

This step is crucial for Wipfli to remain compliant with federal laws and to ensure a fair and transparent selection process.

Once their application is received, our Talent Acquisition team will evaluate their qualifications, including how well they align with the requirements of the role and the broader needs of our organization.

Your referred candidate will remain in our candidate database for future opportunities, offering them additional chances to become part of our team.

As the referrer, your role in the recruitment process is to bring potential talent to our attention. We ask that you refrain from discussing updates on the candidate's status, out of respect for their personal consideration.

Our Talent Acquisition team will provide you with a final update once the candidate has been informed of their application status.

Throughout this process, we may reach out to you with questions or additional information to ensure a seamless and effective referral experience.

Thank you for your invaluable contribution to our recruitment efforts, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and support throughout this process.

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Responsibilities : Responsibilities :

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

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

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; Minimum 3.2 GPA
• 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

Wipfli is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli offers paid sick leave; access to free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program; and participation in our Wipfli Foundation matching program for charitable giving.

Victoria Spencer, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect! #LI-VS