Overview
At Wipfli, people count.
At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do-the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.
We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.
People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.
This role requires an in-person work arrangement. At Wipfli, in-person work is defined as associates regularly working 5 days a week, for full-time interns, or during your working hours, for part-time interns, in a Wipfli office or at client sites. The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Interns will be responsible for utilizing educational knowledge and experience to perform numerous accounting related responsibilities such as:
Respond to client and firm associate requests in a timely, accurate, positive and professional manner
Respond to inquiries from client and work with client to gather necessary information for completion of required documents
Use data analysis skills to discover useful information and patterns to provide support in recommendations
Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency
Audit Specific:
Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders
Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters in a timely manner
Prepare (or review client prepared) financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
Develop technical competency with GAAP, especially related to assigned product line
What You will Gain
Experience the Wipfli Way first hand while working side by side with professionals from all levels of the firm
Develop experience and skills to become a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
Gain hands-on experience in tax and/or audit work, and related software applications
Work as an individual contributor and as part of a team to support client engagements
Gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries ranging from small businesses to large corporations
Develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize, analyze, and communicate with others in a productive and efficient manner
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications:
Pursuing a Bachelors or Master's degree in Accounting (completion of corporate or individual taxation class is required)
Above average competency in accounting as demonstrated by college GPA; Minimum 3.2 GPA
Working towards eligibility to sit for CPA exam upon graduation
Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
Ability to think independently and make good decisions based on education and experience
Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients and staff
Ability to prioritize work, follow through on requests, take initiative and meet deadlines
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status).
Additional Details
Additional Details:
This role requires an in-person work arrangement. At Wipfli, in-person work is defined as associates regularly working 5 days a week in a Wipfli office or at client sites. The client sites can vary locally, regionally, or nationally depending on the industry alignment. Scheduled meetings at the client and in the office require in-person attendance.
Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com
Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Benefit offerings include paid sick leave; access to free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location.
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"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Job LocationsUS-WI-Green Bay, WI
Job ID 2026-7628
Category Entry-Level/Internships
Remote No
