Assurance Intern

Assurance Intern 2027 (Spring, Summer or Fall) At CDH CPA, PLLC
, we believe in investing in our people. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois and a leading firm by Inside Public Accounting, we provide a workplace where employees feel valued and supported. From competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements to professional development and leadership opportunities, CDH is a place where you can build a fulfilling and rewarding career.

The assurance intern will work on a variety of diversified assurance and review engagements under the supervision of various professional staff members.

• Participates in all phases of multiple audit and review engagements, including planning, internal control analysis and preparing detailed reports on findings
• Researches applicable GAAS and GAAP standards and rules
• Prepares, analyzes, and verifies annual reports, financial statements, and other records, using accepted accounting procedures
• Collects and analyzes data to detect deficient controls, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies
• Reviews data about material assets, net worth, liabilities, capital stock, surplus, income, and expenditures
• Inspects cash on hand, notes receivable and payable, negotiable securities, and canceled checks to confirm records are accurate
• Examines records and interviews workers to ensure recording of transactions and compliance with laws and regulations
• Examines inventory to verify journal and ledger entries
• Audits payroll and personnel records to determine unemployment insurance premiums, workers' compensation coverage, liabilities, and compliance with tax laws
• Understands the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Ability to determine how a client’s system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes
• Develop relationships with clients to help ensure the information flow from the client to the audit team is efficient
• Ability to use computer-assisted auditing techniques (CAATs) during standard audit procedures

• Pass the CPA exam
• Develop excellent oral and written communication skills, while also creating specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships and maintain them over time
• Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
• Maintain and expand knowledge base in area of expertise
• Take proactive career steps through mentoring program