About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within our Assurance practice. You will work alongside experienced team members to solve problems and gather facts while gaining perspective on our firm practices. This role is a full-time, paid position for the Winter 2028 term.
What you'll do#
- Participate in a structured on-the-job training program.
- Learn Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
- Become familiar with BDO specific audit methodology.
- Provide support to audit staff during engagements.
- Communicate with clients, creditors, banks, and related parties regarding audit issues.
- Prepare and document work in working papers using BDO tools and templates.
- Contribute ideas to audit teams and respond to team members views.
- Complete one accounting or audit related research project and present findings to a panel of Assurance professionals.
- Perform other duties as required.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting.
- Active pursuit of school credits to become a CPA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team setting.
- A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
- A Masters degree in Accounting and leadership experience are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2028.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About BDO USA
BDO USA provides audit, tax, and advisory services to middle market businesses and global organizations. The firm operates as a partnership and functions as the U.S. member of the BDO International network. Headquartered in Chicago, the company maintains a large national presence with over 11,000 employees. It focuses on helping clients manage financial, regulatory, and operational challenges.
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