Audit & Assurance Intern - Winter 2027

Grant Thornton International Ltd; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

72 hours of paid sick leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Bellevue, WA is seeking an Audit Intern to gain hands-on experience in audit procedures. The internship provides exposure to key business transaction cycles, such as cash and inventory auditing. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Accounting with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers a pay rate of $40 per hour and includes various benefits, enhancing professional growth and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred.
• Ability to travel on short notice and work additional hours as necessary.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Review business transaction cycles, including cash and treasury.
• Research audit issues using electronic databases and software.
• Collaborate with client team members to build strong relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

Job description

About the Team

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services, and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non‑attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans‑Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality‑driven professionals enjoying exceptional career‑growth opportunities and a distinctive cross‑border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Audit Intern

During your internship at Grant Thornton, you will be exposed to audit procedures in the areas of cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, payrolls, and expense analysis. You will have an opportunity to work alongside Partners, Senior Executives, and peers as a member of the engagement team. Additionally, you will have an opportunity to learn new skillsets, be involved in office community activities, and build lasting relationships with members of the Grant Thornton team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviewing and auditing business transaction cycles including cash, treasury, capital expenditures, and other income and expenses
• Researching audit issues, utilizing electronic data bases, and reviewing financial information using audit related software
• Identifying, assessing, and informing senior staff members of audit related issues
• Collaboratively working with client team members while building rapport and strong client relationships
• Working closely with staff, managers, and partners on all phases of the project
• Working on a variety of client engagements in varying industries
• Networking with your peers
• Meeting with your mentor for regular feedback and professional development discussions
• Connecting with fellow interns and Grant Thornton staff at social events
• Participating in team‑building exercises
• Giving back to the community through outreach activities
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred
• Willingness and ability to work additional hours as needed, and travel to various client sites
• Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical aptitude and skillset
• Demonstrated project management skillset including project planning and time management
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment
• Ability to travel on short notice and work additional hours as necessary
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

The pay rate for this position in the firm’s Bellevue, WA office is $40 per hour.

Benefits and Additional Details

Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details: It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [e-mail]. For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.