South Portland, ME, US
164 days ago
Accounting Internship - Spring 2025
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Accounting Internship - Spring 2025 Job Locations US-ME-South Portland Job ID 2023-5844 Category Entry-Level/Internships Remote No

At Wipfli, people count

 

Our people are core to everything we do — the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path. And we seek feedback openly, from all.

 

People matter here and they feel it.

 

And we value curiosity.  Curious is more than a personality trait. It’s a way of thinking. Of learning. Of working.

There’s purpose in this wonder. It makes us better. It makes us Wipfli.

 

If you want to be in an environment where you can make a difference — and make a professional home — Wipfli is the place for you.

 

Check out our Glassdoor Reviews to hear what people are saying about employment at Wipfli! 

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 mannerRespond to inquiries from client and work with client to gather necessary information for completion of required documentsUse 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 leadersUnderstand and effectively use current tax and accounting software applicationsResearch tax related issues and other related financial reportsPerform 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 leadersCommunicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters in a timely mannerPrepare (or review client prepared) financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputsDevelop 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 firmDevelop experience and skills to become a trusted business advisor for clients and associatesGain hands-on experience in tax and/or audit work, and related software applicationsWork as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagementsGain exposure to a variety of clients and industries ranging from small businesses to large corporationsDevelop 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:

 

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 is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com

 

 

 

Eileen Cory, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect!

 

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 identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

 

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com.

 

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