Student Associate Audit 2024 | Springfield

Description & Requirements
As a Student Associate at FORVIS, you will gain valuable experience that may help you decide whether you want to start your career in audit or tax, or even whether public accounting is right for you. You will work on client engagements similar to those assigned to our entry-level associates, gaining exposure to a variety of industries and testing out your technical know-how. You will work alongside our senior staff and management personnel, learning from their experience as you develop your skillset. FORVIS' Student Associate Program is an excellent opportunity for a sophomore or junior accounting student who would like to gain valuable experience in the audit department. This program also offers potential opportunities for full-time employment and career advancement after graduation.
How you will contribute:

• As a member of the Audit team, you will gain valuable experience and exposure to a variety of projects, as well as be able to test your technical know-how
• You will work alongside our senior staff and management personnel, learning from their experience as you develop your skillset

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Are highly detail-oriented
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to client service and maintaining confidentiality
• Strong organization and time management abilities
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to balance academic schedule with the workload for multiple clients and projects while consistently meeting deadlines

Hours Requirement:
We are able to be flexible with your school schedule providing you are able to:

• Accommodate our normal business hours of Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm
• Have the ability to work each day of the week (M-F)
• Commit to at least 20-25 hours per week during the Academic year
• 20+ hours per week during the summer.

Minimum Requirements:

• Working toward a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Fluency in Microsoft applications including Excel, Outlook, and Word

Applicants for positions with FORVIS must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.