Audit Intern | Spring 2027

Shine BrightX LLC; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shine BrightX LLC is seeking an audit associate to support planning and execution of assignments across Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, and Manufacturing. You will apply auditing principles, quality controls, and technology procedures relevant to client work, from kickoff to completion.

You will communicate findings to senior staff, build relationships with client personnel, and deliver exceptional service while upholding confidentiality and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research, and project management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication across all organizational levels.
• Ability to multi-task, think independently, and solve problems in a results-driven team environment.
• Strong computer and technical skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and intranet software.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field.
• Preferred: Active participation in student organizations or work experience in accounting or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning multiple audit assignments across industries such as Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, and Manufacturing.
• Apply accounting and auditing principles, quality control standards, and technology implementation procedures relevant to client assignments.
• Participate in client assignments from start to finish.
• Identify and communicate audit issues, technical matters, and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers, and partners to resolve client issues.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client staff at all levels to enhance customer satisfaction and relationships.
• Provide exceptional service to clients through individual attention, responsiveness, and understanding of their goals and needs.
• Maintain the highest professional standards, client confidentiality, and personal conduct.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Independent thinking

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Intranet software

Education

Working towards a Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Intranet software

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist in planning multiple audit assignments across industries such as Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, and Manufacturing
• Apply accounting and auditing principles, quality control standards, and technology implementation procedures relevant to client assignments
• Participate in client assignments from start to finish
• Identify and communicate audit issues, technical matters, and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers, and partners to resolve client issues
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with all levels of client staff to enhance customer satisfaction and client relationships
• Provide exceptional service to clients through individual attention, responsiveness, and understanding of their goals and needs
• Maintain the highest professional standards, client confidentiality, and personal conduct

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research, and project management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels, internally and externally
• Ability to multi-task, think independently, and problem solve in a results-driven, team-oriented environment
• Strong computer and technical skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and intranet software
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field
• Preferred: Active participation in student organizations or work experience in accounting or related fields