Audit Internship - Spring 2028

Shine BrightX LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Dental and vision coverage

HSA enrollment

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with firm matching

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Shine BrightX LLC is seeking an entry-level accounting student to support client engagements across various industries. You will respond to requests, gather information, perform analyses, and help prepare financial statements and reports.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting, maintain a GPA around 3.0, and are working toward CPA eligibility. This role offers hands-on experience, collaboration with experienced staff, and a clear path to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, including completion of corporate or individual taxation class
• Above average accounting knowledge demonstrated by college GPA, preferably 3.0 or higher
• Working towards eligibility to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
• Ability to think independently and make sound decisions based on education and experience

Responsibilities

• Respond to client and firm requests promptly and professionally
• Gather information from clients to complete required documents
• Use data analysis to identify information and support recommendations
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures following firm and professional standards
• Communicate with engagement leaders about open items and testing issues
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
• Develop GAAP knowledge related to assigned product lines
• Work individually and as part of a team to support client engagements
• Gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries, from small businesses to large corporations

Skills

Data analytics

Communication

Independent thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Respond to client and firm associate requests promptly and professionally
• Gather necessary information from clients to complete required documents
• Use data analysis skills to identify useful information and support recommendations
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures following firm and professional standards
• Communicate with engagement leaders about open items and testing issues
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
• Develop technical competency with GAAP related to assigned product lines
• Work individually and as part of a team to support client engagements
• Gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries, from small businesses to large corporations

About You

The company is looking for:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, including completion of corporate or individual taxation class
• Above average accounting knowledge demonstrated by college GPA, preferably 3.0 or higher
• Working towards eligibility to sit for the CPA exam upon graduation
• Preferred coursework in Data Analytics or Big Data
• Ability to think independently and make sound decisions based on education and experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and staff
• Ability to prioritize work, take initiative, follow through on requests, and meet deadlines
• Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay rate of $29.50 per hour, with actual salary depending on location, skills, experience, and other factors
• Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and firm performance
• Eight health plan options including HMO and PPO plans
• Dental and vision coverage
• Opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential firm contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Firm-sponsored basic life and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing and firm matching contributions
• Well-being incentives, education and certification assistance
• Flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, and family formation benefits
• Cell phone reimbursement and travel rewards
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness and accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D