Audit Intern (Nov 2025)

About KPMG

KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax & Advisory services. Their multi-disciplinary approach and deep, practical industry knowledge help clients meet challenges and respond to opportunities. KPMG's multi-disciplinary approach and deep, practical industry knowledge help clients meet challenges and respond to opportunities.

Your role

Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team to play an integral role in conducting financial statement audits and serve the capital markets by helping ensure the accuracy and reliability of client financial information while upholding the principles of objectivity and independence; contribute to the overall effectiveness of their client's operations while maintaining the highest standards of their professional integrity; develop an understanding of client-specific risks through review of financial results, relevant external information, current business trends and client transactions.
• Learn to prepare clear and well-structured audit documentation regarding their understanding of clients' processes and technology systems.
• With appropriate guidance, execute and document testing of client controls and financial statement account balances using appropriate standards and terminology.
• Support the execution of a high-quality audit through the performance of assigned tasks and professional client and engagement team interactions.
• Support the use of Data and Analytics (D&A) in the audit, including data extraction and analysis; utilize a range of technologies and data analysis tools to execute substantive audit procedures, including artificial intelligence (AI), Excel, Alteryx, SQL, Python and Power BI; assist in the preparation of the related documentation.

Training & development 

During the internship, you will gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits, developing an understanding of client-specific risks, and executing testing of controls and account balances. You'll also learn to leverage Data and Analytics tools such as AI, Excel, Alteryx, SQL, Python, and Power BI while preparing well-structured audit documentation.

Salary & benefits

The annual salary for this role ranges from $72000 - $85000 per year.

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Well-being program (gyms, flu vaccination, health checks, sight tests, fruit days)
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plans
• Career progression
• Learning and development
• Comprehensive flexible working policy

Career progression

At KPMG, they offer diverse career paths and ample support to help you reach your goals. Whether you aim to become a Partner, excel in technical expertise, explore industries, or pursue international opportunities, they provide the tools for success. Your time at KPMG will enhance your résumé, and you'll always be part of a robust and influential network, no matter where life takes you.

Work-life balance

At KPMG, employee well-being takes precedence, with programs supporting work-life balance and family integration. They promote an inclusive culture by empowering fathers to play active roles in family life.

Culture & vibe

At KPMG, Heads Up Thinking is their Cultural vision and the driving force behind how they work and live their Purpose and Values. Committing to an extraordinary culture, they unleash their people's full power and passion, putting them at the forefront of their success.

About you

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors: Bachelor of Accountancy, Master of Accountancy, or equivalent program.
• Pursuing educational requirements for CPA licensure in the principal place of business (the state in which the office is located) for this position (completion of academic credits required before starting as an Audit Associate).
• Upon completion of this internship, candidates must have additional academic credits to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data and analytics preferred; experience with data analysis tools such as Alteryx or Power BI preferred.
• Knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards; knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ability to navigate various computer applications, including MS Office (emphasis on Excel); aptitude to quickly learn KPMG Audit tools and applications used by their clients.
• Demonstrated quality service mindset; strong communication, time management and relationship-building skills; able to employ sound professional judgment and professional scepticism; flexible and adaptable team player; leadership experience; resourceful in delivering high-quality work; ability to demonstrate project management skills is a plus
• Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation
• Audit professionals are expected to work in person at a KPMG office or client site on an average of three days per week; some client site locations may require travel and overnight/extended stay (varies by office)
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Source

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• kpmg.com/de/en/home/about/values-and-culture/diversity-at-KPMG/work-life-balance
• kpmg.com/ua/en/home/careers/work-at-kpmg/clear-career-path.html
• kpmg.com/ua/en/home/careers/work-at-kpmg/learning-development.html