Summer 2026 Audit Intern

Our interns gain valuable experience by having exposure to many areas of audit work. Interns will perform detailed testing of transactions, including cash receipts, cash disbursements, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable. Additionally, interns will assist in the preparation of financial statements and schedules for clients. This is a paid internship.

Qualifications :

• Sophomore or Junior status working toward undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, and / or an undergraduate or graduate degree with sufficient course work to qualify to become licensed as a CPA
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A strong dedication to teamwork
• Integrity within the professional environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications
• Reliable transportation

Working Conditions :

Involves work in the firm's office or on the client's premises. Work on the client's premises will usually require the use of the staff member's personal car. Involves varying working hours, including overtime, as determined by engagement team leader.

About our Firm :

Maher Duessel is a leading regional CPA firm that was founded to provide high-caliber audit, tax, and consulting services to clients in the governmental and non-profit sectors. Since 1989, Maher Duessel has offered the personalized service of a regional accounting firm while providing the technical and regulatory knowledge of a national accounting firm. With offices in Pittsburgh, Butler, Harrisburg, State College, Erie, and Lancaster, we have the largest staff dedicated solely to governmental, non-profit, and Single Audit issues in Pennsylvania. Our mission statement, Pursuing the Profession While Promoting the Public Good, reflects our passion and commitment to providing expert technical services while helping our clients further their own missions. The firm has been recognized for the past several years, including in 2025, by the Central Penn Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania and named one of the Fastest Growing Companies by the Pittsburgh Business Times.

Maher Duessel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We comply with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.