Assurance Intern

Job Description

Campus 2028 Summer Assurance Intern | Frazier & Deeter

The Tone:
This is an Assurance Intern role at Frazier & Deeter, one of the nation’s fastest growing accounting and advisory firms, operating with offices across the US and the UK. This internship offers a unique opportunity to launch your accounting career by gaining real-world experience with a diverse range of clients, from emerging businesses to well-known Fortune 500 companies. The role is designed for individuals seeking hands-on skill development, where you will be treated as a true member of the engagement team and learn what public accounting entails in practice. Frazier & Deeter is committed to a people-first, relationship-driven culture, fostering strong connections with colleagues, clients, and communities, and supporting both personal and professional growth for every intern.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person, client travel required

• Team: Works within engagement teams, collaborating with seniors and managers
• Mission: To gain real-world experience and develop foundational accounting and assurance skills by working with a diverse client base.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Collaborate with Engagement Leaders: Work closely with seniors and managers to contribute effectively to client engagements across multiple industries, gaining broad exposure to various business operations.
• Build Foundational Assurance Skills: Develop practical expertise through hands-on involvement in core assurance activities, including planning procedures, comprehensive balance sheet and income statement testing, and contributing to audit reporting.
• Support Special Projects: Assist with various ad hoc initiatives and department-wide efforts, providing crucial support for projects that enhance overall firm operations and client services.
• Communicate with Clients and Teams: Facilitate effective engagement progress by maintaining clear and timely communication with clients and internal teams to ensure deliverables are met efficiently.
• Engage in On-Site Client Work: Travel to client locations as a valued member of the engagement team, directly participating in client-facing activities and gaining practical field experience.
• Grow Through Mentorship and Feedback: Benefit from ongoing coaching provided by seniors and managers, work with a performance manager to establish career goals, and receive support from a buddy for seamless integration and guidance.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting or a related field, with a strong interest in launching a career in public accounting and assurance services.
• Experience: No prior professional experience is explicitly required, as this internship is designed to provide comprehensive real-world exposure and facilitate significant skill development for individuals beginning their accounting careers.
• Skills: Possess a foundational understanding of or a strong desire to learn core accounting and assurance principles, including familiarity with planning procedures, balance sheet and income statement testing methodologies, and audit reporting practices. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within a team environment.