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Crowe · 3 days ago

Business Process, Risk and Controls Intern

Washington, DC

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$27/hr - $42/hr

Crowe is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States, dedicated to delivering excellent service through innovation. As a Business Process, Risk and Controls Intern, you will assist clients in managing risk and enhancing operational efficiency while collaborating with team members to develop tailored solutions.

AccountingAdviceConsultingFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyProfessional ServicesTax Consulting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide risk management and internal audit services over operational and financial risks to clients

Conduct internal audit and SOX consulting, including conducting process walkthroughs to understand and assess the financial and operational business processes, assess/test the design and operating effectiveness of controls, and prepare workpapers to document procedures performed

Discuss findings and observations with engagement and client management

Provide value-added recommendations both to our clients and to help improve our procedures and processes as a firm

Advise clients on improving and optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls, leading practices, and other opportunities for improvement

Conduct work within established quality guidelines and in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements, when applicable

Apply solution-based approaches to problem-solving during client engagements

Develop positive relationships with key stakeholders and team members to facilitate open communication regarding pending due dates and questions

Balance competing priorities and manage time effectively to meet client and team timelines, milestones, deadlines, turnaround times, budgets, and commitments

Moderate understanding of accounting structures as it relates to financial reporting

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications with specific emphasis on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and internet research tools

Familiarity and/or proficiency with data analytics applications like PowerBI and/or Tableau and with programming languages (e.g., SAS, R, Python, etc.) (preferred)

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members, clients, and external stakeholders

Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities with a desire to learn and grow

Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities

Willingness to adapt and contribute in team settings, as well as work independently when needed

Curiosity and motivation to develop specialized knowledge in your area of interest

Interest in building professional relationships across teams, clients, and the broader business community

Sense of ownership, accountability, and a proactive approach to learning and development

Comfortable managing multiple assignments and meeting deadlines

Positive, team-oriented mindset with a desire to contribute to firm, team, and client success

Willingness to pursue a firm-supported professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CAMS, CFA, etc.)

Basic understanding or interest in learning about internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and audit methodologies

Willingness to travel up to 30% or more annually, depending on client and project needs

Qualification

Risk managementInternal auditSOX complianceData analyticsMicrosoft Office SuiteAccounting knowledgeProfessional certificationInternal control frameworksCommunication skillsCritical thinkingProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required