*Please note that this is a Hybrid Internship and will be based out of the Durham, NC office*

Start Date: May 20th 2024

Join our Financial Intern program and be prepared to launch your career!

The Finance Internal Audit Intern will support all of the Company's finance internal audit activities including (but not limited to) internal controls, IT audit and operational audits. The intern will gain valuable "real world" experience documenting and testing internal controls across various business processes with specific focus on Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR). In addition, the intern may work on operational audits including legal entity audits, compliance audits and audits in areas of IT. The Finance Internal Audit Intern may also assist with ad hoc projects as they arise in order to gain broader exposure to the Internal Audit team and company in general.

Key Benefits

At Parexel, we will provide you with an exciting insight in the world of clinical research. Expect a very successful, highly qualified and dynamic team, and look forward to a comprehensive benefit package and flexible working hours.

Key Accountabilities:

• Execute audit procedures and internal controls testing to accurately identify observations and summarize results
• Prepare audit workpapers that are thorough, complete, and accurate; and respond to review points in a timely and clear manner
• Document design and operating effectiveness conclusions from internal controls testing and communicate with Control and Process Owners about Issues (control deficiencies)
• Support issue remediation and closure
• Assist with ad-hoc internal controls initiatives and tasks as needed and at the direction of the applicable Internal Audit team member
• Participate in ad hoc projects as well as assist with IT and operational audits

Key Qualifications:

• Must be a current student studying Finance/ Accounting at either the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Understanding of or familiarity with internal controls and SOX requirements
• Teamwork, analytical mindset, business/accounting acumen, strong communication skills