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Crowe · 4 months ago

Finance and Compliance Intern (CPA Track)

Springfield IL USA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$27/hr - $42/hr

Crowe is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States, and they are seeking a Finance and Compliance Intern to support their Consulting Practice. The intern will assist clients with accounting and finance needs, engage in compliance testing, and contribute to various financial projects while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative environment.

AccountingAdviceConsultingFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyProfessional ServicesTax Consulting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Gather and Review Financial & Compliance Documentation

Collects financial statements, policies, procedure manuals, and other relevant materials for initial assessment

Verify that required documentation aligns with applicable standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS, basic regulatory guidelines)

Conduct Basic Compliance Testing

Follows standardized testing procedures to assess adherence to internal controls or regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX controls, anti-money laundering checks)

Tracks and documents any identified exceptions or non-compliant activities

Prepare & Organize Workpapers

Maintains thorough and accurate workpapers (physical or electronic) detailing testing samples, results, and initial observations

Ensures the traceability of findings according to firm or industry standards

Support Engagement Execution

Assists in data entry, reconciliations, or preliminary analyses under guidance from senior team members

Contributes to engagement administrative tasks such as scheduling, file management, and updates to project trackers

Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills when consulting with senior management, C-suite client personnel, and government regulators. Apply business writing skills to produce high-quality, client-ready deliverables

Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills to solve complex problems, generate practical solutions, and contribute to strategic outcomes

Thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Adapt to changing priorities and risk landscapes while managing time effectively

Show a desire to continuously learn and build a deeply specialized skill set that evolves with industry demands

Cultivate strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and the community to support collaboration and long-term success

Possess the ability to quickly acquire new skills, tools, and concepts with a mindset focused on ongoing personal and professional development

Apply systematic, analytical approaches to problem-solving and interpreting complex data sets and regulatory requirements

Self-motivated to deliver high-quality results, take responsibility for outcomes, and grow through feedback and experience

Excel in both collaborative team environments and when working independently to meet project goals

Capable of operating effectively in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments with competing priorities

Demonstrate initiative, creativity, and the desire to contribute to innovative approaches and continuous improvement

Desire to pursue and obtain certifications such as the CPA or other firm-supported credentials relevant to your area of focus

Willingness to travel up to 30% or more annually when working as a full-time staff consultant, based on client or project needs

Contribute to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) system implementations by designing, planning, and executing data-related workstreams

Qualification

Financial ReportingCompliance TestingData AnalysisGAAPIFRSCPA PursuitCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Required