at BDO USA, LLP in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Job Description
Job Summary:
BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs. An Intern in our RISE Onshore Assurance practice begins to utilize their educational background as well as their organizational skills as they provide administrative support and basic accounting transaction support for the Assurance practice. This role assists in problem solving and fact-finding and works side-by-side with more experienced team members who provide direction, coaching and learning opportunities. This opportunity allows the Assurance Intern to gain a unique hands-on perspective on our firm's practices and people, as well as begin to forge the critical relationships that will help maximize their chance for success in their career.
Job Duties:
Assists Assurance Specialists with basic audit preparation and testing of controls
Assists with setup of workspaces and file preparation
Interacts with internal team to gain information, documents, and data necessary to complete assigned tasks
Communicates significant issues to lead/supervisor
Uses software programs to organize, coordinate, and process using tools that include but are not limited to BDO's Audit Processing Tool, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe PDF
Meets internal deadlines to match the internal client expectations for timely delivery of service and ensures data is collected and processed in a timely manner to comply with payment deadlines and filing requirements
Performs data maintenance/management
Complies with all Firm policies, standards, and Assurance client procedures
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
Enrolled in an Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree program in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, required
Experience:
N/A
License/Certifications:
N/A
Software:
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, required
Language:
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Ability to work in a deadline driven environment and handle multiple projects/tasks with an attention to detail
Ability to successfully multi-task while working in coordination with other professionals
Understands and maintains the confidentiality of all information
Ability to relate with diverse personalities in a tactful and mature manner
Ability to respond tactfully and professionally in high demand situations
Takes ownership of work and completes tasks in a timely manner
Ability to prioritize and meet both client and departmental demands
Ability to follow procedures and communicate issues and status to multiple supervisors
Ability to efficiently process data using strong technology skills
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
