Audit Internship- Summer 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Shine BrightX LLC seeks an accounting student to support client engagements in Portland, OR. You will gather information, analyze data to inform recommendations, and assist with audits, financial statements, and GAAP-related activities.

The role emphasizes independence, strong communication, and timely delivery while pursuing CPA eligibility and completing taxation coursework. Full-time, on-site with standard benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting with taxation coursework.
• GPA 3.2 or higher demonstrating solid accounting ability.
• Working towards CPA exam eligibility after graduation.
• Data Analytics or Big Data coursework preferred.
• Ability to think independently and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client and staff interactions.
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, meet deadlines.
• Legal authorization to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client and firm associate requests promptly and professionally.
• Gather necessary information from clients to complete required documents.
• Use data analysis to identify useful information and support recommendations.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency.
• Perform audit, review, and compliance testing procedures following standards.
• Communicate with engagement leaders about open items and testing issues.
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management reports, and other outputs.
• Develop GAAP knowledge related to assigned product lines.

Skills

Data analytics

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

GPA 3.2

CPA exam eligibility

Taxation coursework

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• 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 in a timely manner
• Prepare or review financial statements, footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
• Develop technical competency with GAAP related to assigned product lines

About You

The company is looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, including completion of corporate or individual taxation class
• Minimum 3.2 GPA demonstrating above average accounting competency
• 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 for effective interaction with clients and staff
• Ability to prioritize work, take initiative, follow through on requests, and meet deadlines
• Legal authorization to work full-time in the United States without sponsorship

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay rate of $29.50 per hour, subject to factors such as location, skills, experience, and education
• Paid sick leave
• Access to free, confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program