Busy Season Audit Intern

Join Pease Bell as an Audit Intern

Pease Bell is a fast-growing, mid-sized public accounting firm with more than 175 professionals and a national client base. With offices in Cleveland, Fairlawn, Florida, and Lakewood, NJ, we are proud to support businesses across a wide range of industries.

Recognized by North Coast 99 as a Top Workplace for 17 years, Pease Bell is a people-first firm that values collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our supportive culture, strong mentorship, and a commitment to professional development make us a great place to launch your career.

As an Audit Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside our Assurance team. You'll participate in a variety of audit engagements, developing your skills in identifying discrepancies, trends, and risks in financial reporting, participating in field work, and client service. This internship is designed to provide real-world exposure to public accounting and prepare you for a successful career in the field.

• Assist in the execution of audit procedures for a variety of clients and industries
• Perform substantive testing of account balances and transactions
• Support the preparation of work papers and audit documentation
• Assist in the preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements
• Participate in team meetings and client communications
• Travel to client sites as needed for fieldwork and relationship-building
• Gain exposure to various accounting systems and internal control environments
• Collaborate with staff and senior accountants to ensure timely and accurate deliverables
• Take part in training and learning opportunities to deepen your understanding of audit processes
• The experience gained as an intern during "busy season" is the equivalent of a first-year associate

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Accounting
• Progress towards CPA eligibility
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Availability to work up to 40 hours per week, with the potential for overtime
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and contribute to a team-oriented environment

• Committed to work-life balance with reasonable busy season hours
• Convenient office locations in Cleveland, OH, Akron, OH, Florida, and Lakewood, NJ
• A clear path to advancement with access to firm leadership and opportunities for growth
• Supportive team environment that values mentorship, collaboration, and innovation
• Recognition as a Top Workplace by North Coast 99 for 17 years and counting

At Pease Bell, your contributions matter, your goals are supported, and your success is celebrated. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, let's talk.